Torn Chords

Ftap to play
Amtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
F · Am · Bb · C

Torn Chords – Guitar

Ftap to play
Amtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F · Am · Bb · C

Torn Chords – Ukulele

Ftap to play
Amtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F · Am · Bb · C

Torn Chords – Piano

Ftap to play
Amtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F · Am · Bb · C

Torn Chords – Banjo

Ftap to play
Amtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F · Am · Bb · C

Torn Chords – Mandolin

Ftap to play
Amtap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F · Am · Bb · C

Torn Chords – Harmonica

Natalie Imbruglia’s hit song about disillusionment and emotional wreckage. Beginner difficulty in the key of F.

Chords used: F, Am, Bb, C  ·  Key: F  ·  Difficulty: Beginner

Pop Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This pattern uses Down, Down, Up, Up, Down, Up strums per measure; keep it light and consistent.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

 
F
Bb
F
C
Bb – C
F
 

Chorus

 
Bb
F
C
Bb – C
F
Bb – F
C – Bb
C – F
 

Verse 2

 
F
Bb
F
C
Bb
C
F
 

Chorus

 
Bb
F
C
Bb – C
F
Bb – F
C – Bb
C – F
 

Bridge

 
Bb
F
C
Bb – C
 

Chorus

 
F
Bb – F
C – Bb
C – F
F
Bb – F
C – Bb
C – F
 

Practice tip: The chords F, Bb, and C are the only ones used; practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Torn"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: F, Am, Bb and C.

Is "Torn" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of F, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Torn" in?

It is in the key of F.

Who wrote "Torn"?

It was written by Scott Cutler, Anne Preven, Phil Thornalley, and released in 1997.