Ftap to play
Gmtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
F · Gm · Bb · C
No Surprises Chords – Guitar
Ftap to play
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Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F · Gm · Bb · C
No Surprises Chords – Ukulele
Ftap to play
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Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F · Gm · Bb · C
No Surprises Chords – Piano
Ftap to play
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Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F · Gm · Bb · C
No Surprises Chords – Banjo
Ftap to play
Gmtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F · Gm · Bb · C
No Surprises Chords – Mandolin
Ftap to play
Gmtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F · Gm · Bb · C
No Surprises Chords – Harmonica
Radiohead’s lullaby-like masterpiece has a deceptively gentle sound with dark lyrics underneath. The glockenspiel-inspired guitar riff is iconic and the chords flow like a music box.
Music Box Lullaby (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Learn the iconic arpeggio riff first – it follows the F chord shape picking individual strings. Keep everything gentle and music-box-like. Use barre chords for Gm and Bb.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F – Gm
Bb – C
F – Gm
Bb – C
Chorus
F – Gm
Bb – C
F – Gm
Bb – C – F
Verse 2
F – Gm
Bb – C
F – Gm
Bb – C
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "No Surprises"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: F, Gm, Bb and C.
Is "No Surprises" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of F, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "No Surprises" in?
It is in the key of F.
Who wrote "No Surprises"?
It was written by Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood, Colin Greenwood, Ed O'Brien, Phil Selway, and released in 1997.