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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · G · C · D
Psycho Killer Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · F · G · C · D
Psycho Killer Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · F · G · C · D
Psycho Killer Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · F · G · C · D
Psycho Killer Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · F · G · C · D
Psycho Killer Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · F · G · C · D
Psycho Killer Chords – Harmonica
Talking Heads’ tense new wave classic about a paranoid killer’s inner monologue. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the rhythm choppy and tense, muting the strings slightly on the upstrokes.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
D – A
A
D – A
Chorus
D – E
A
D – E
A
Verse 2
A
D – A
A
D – A
Chorus
D – E
A
D – E
A
Bridge
D
E
A
D – E
Verse 3
A
D – A
Chorus
D – E
A
D – E
A
Practice tip: Practice the D to E chord change in the chorus until it’s quick and automatic, as it drives the song’s signature hook.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Psycho Killer"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, F, G, C and D.
Is "Psycho Killer" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Psycho Killer" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Psycho Killer"?
It was written by David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, and released in 1977.