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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
A · E · Em · F#m · D
Let Down Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · E · Em · F#m · D
Let Down Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · E · Em · F#m · D
Let Down Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · E · Em · F#m · D
Let Down Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · E · Em · F#m · D
Let Down Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · E · Em · F#m · D
Let Down Chords – Harmonica
A shimmering OK Computer deep cut with interlocking guitar arpeggios.
Alternative (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The guitars play interlocking arpeggio patterns. Focus on letting notes ring into each other.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E – Em
A – E – Em – F#m
A – E – Em – A
D – E – A
Chorus
A – E – D – A (×3)
A – E – Em (×2)
A – E – Em – F#m
D – E
A – E – D – A (×2)
F#m – D
E – A
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Let Down"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: A, E, Em, F#m and D.
Is "Let Down" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Let Down" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Let Down"?
It was written by Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Colin Greenwood, Ed O'Brien, Philip Selway, and released in 1997.