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My Chemical Romance’s epic rock anthem about death, legacy, and marching to the beat of a different drum. Intermediate difficulty in the key of G.
Tip: The intro and verses use a picked arpeggio pattern, but the strum pattern above works for the full-band sections. For the iconic intro riff, play the single notes on the B string: 3-3-3-3-3-3-3-3-0-0-0-0.
Full Song
Intro / Verse 1
Verse 2
Chorus
Verse 3
Chorus
Bridge
Chorus
Outro
Final Chorus
Practice tip: Master the chord progression for the verses (G – C – G – C) and choruses (C – G – D) separately before trying to play the whole song. The tempo is steady but fast, so build up speed gradually with a metronome. The outro is a powerful, repeated build; focus on strong, consistent strumming to drive it home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Welcome to the Black Parade"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: G, D, Em, C and Am.
Is "Welcome to the Black Parade" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Welcome to the Black Parade" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Welcome to the Black Parade"?
It was written by My Chemical Romance, and released in 2006.