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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · C · G · Em
Pompeii Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · C · G · Em
Pompeii Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · C · G · Em
Pompeii Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · C · G · Em
Pompeii Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · C · G · Em
Pompeii Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · C · G · Em
Pompeii Chords – Harmonica
A hit song by Bastille about a city frozen in ash. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, Em, and D shapes to sound in the key of A, or play the chords as written without a capo.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G#
F#m – D
Chorus
A
E/G#
F#m – D
A
E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G# – F#m
D – A – E/G#
Verse 2
A – E/G#
F#m – D – A
A – E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G#
F#m – D
Chorus
A
E/G#
F#m – D
A
E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G# – F#m
D – A – E/G#
Bridge
F#m – D
A – E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G#
Chorus
A
E/G#
F#m – D
A
E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G# – F#m
D – A – E/G#
Outro
A – E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G#
F#m – D
A – E/G#
F#m – D
Practice tip: Master the four-chord progression (A, E/G#, F#m, D) before adding the lyrics, as it repeats throughout the entire song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Pompeii"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and Em.
Is "Pompeii" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Pompeii" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Pompeii"?
It was written by Dan Smith, and released in 2013.