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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Traitor Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Traitor Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Traitor Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Traitor Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Traitor Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Traitor Chords – Harmonica
“Traitor” is a deeply emotional ballad from Olivia Rodrigo’s debut album SOUR. The slow tempo and simple chord progression make it ideal for an expressive acoustic guitar performance.
Slow Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this slowly and let the emotion build. Try fingerpicking the verse and switching to gentle strumming on the chorus for dynamic contrast.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Chorus
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F – C
G
Verse 2
Am – F
C – G
Am – F – C
G – Am
F – C – G
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Traitor"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.
Is "Traitor" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Traitor" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Traitor"?
It was written by Olivia Rodrigo, Daniel Nigro, and released in 2021.