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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · B · C#m · A
My Own Worst Enemy Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · B · C#m · A
My Own Worst Enemy Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · B · C#m · A
My Own Worst Enemy Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · B · C#m · A
My Own Worst Enemy Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · B · C#m · A
My Own Worst Enemy Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · B · C#m · A
My Own Worst Enemy Chords – Harmonica
Lit’s 1999 pop-punk anthem about self-sabotage and late-night regrets. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Punk Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use downstrokes only on the power chords for a heavier sound.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – A
E
A – E
A
Chorus
E
A
E
A
E
Verse 2
E – A
E
A – E – A
Chorus
E
A
E
A
E
Bridge
A – E (×2)
A – E – A – E (×2)
Chorus
E
A
E
A
E
Outro
E – A
E
A – E – A (×2)
E
Practice tip: Master the simple E to A chord change, as it’s the core of the song. Strum with confidence!
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "My Own Worst Enemy"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, B, C#m and A.
Is "My Own Worst Enemy" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "My Own Worst Enemy" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "My Own Worst Enemy"?
It was written by A. Jay Popoff, Jeremy Popoff, Kevin Baldes, Allen Shellenberger, and released in 1999.