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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Take Me Out Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Take Me Out Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Take Me Out Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Take Me Out Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Take Me Out Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Take Me Out Chords – Harmonica
Franz Ferdinand’s post-punk anthem about romantic tension disguised as a night out. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Mute the strings with your strumming hand for a choppy, percussive feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – D (×8)
Verse 2
A – D (×8)
Chorus
E
D
E
D
E
D
Verse 3
A – D (×8)
Chorus
E
D
E
D
E
D
Bridge
A
D
A
D
Chorus
E
D
E
D
E
D
Outro
A
D
A
D
A
D
A
D
A
D
A
D
Practice tip: The song relies heavily on the A and D chords; practice switching between them quickly and cleanly before adding the E chord for the chorus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Take Me Out"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and E.
Is "Take Me Out" 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 "Take Me Out" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Take Me Out"?
It was written by Alex Kapranos, Nick McCarthy, and released in 2004.