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[Intro]
[Am][C][G][Dm]
[Verse]
[Am]I [C]let it fall, my heart,
[G] [A]nd [Dm]as it fell you rose to claim it
[Am]It [C]was dark and I was over
[G]Until you kissed my lips and you saved me
[Am]My [C]hands, they're strong
[G] [B]ut [Dm]my knees were far too weak,
[Am]To [C]stand in your arms
[G]Without falling to your feet
[Ref]
rain]
[F] [B]ut there's [a] side to you
Dm7
That I never knew, never knew
[Am] [A]ll the things you'[d] say
[Am]They were never true, never true,
[F] [A]nd the games you play
[G]You would always win, always win
[Chorus]
[Am] [B]ut I set fire to the rain,
[G]Watched it pour as I touched your face,
Dm7
Well, it burned while I cried
[Am]'Cause [G]I heard it screaming out your name, your name!
[Verse]
[Am]When [C]I lay with you
[G]I could stay there
[Dm] [C]lose my eyes
[Am] [F]eel [C]you here forever
[G]You and me together
[G]Nothing gets better
[Ref]
rain]
[F]'Cause there's [a] side to you
Dm7
That I never knew, never knew
[Am] [A]ll the things you'[d] say
[Am]They were never true, never true,
[F] [A]nd the games you play
[G]You would always win, always win
[Chorus]
[Am] [B]ut I set fire to the rain,
[G]Watched it pour as I touched your face,
Dm7
Well, it burned while I cried
[Am]'Cause [G]I heard it screaming out your name, your name!
[Am]I set fire to the rain
[G] [A]nd I threw us into the flames
Dm7
When it fell, something died
[F]'Cause [G]I knew that that was the last time, the last time!
[Bridge]
[F]Sometimes [C/E]I wake up by the door,
[Em]That [G]heart you caught must be waiting for you
[F] [E]ven [C/E]now when we're already over
[Em]I [G]can't help myself from looking for you.
[Chorus]
[Am] [B]ut I set fire to the rain,
[G]Watched it pour as I touched your face,
Dm7
Well, it burned while I cried
[Am]'Cause [G]I heard it screaming out your name, your name!
[Am]I set fire to the rain
[G] [A]nd I threw us into the flames
Dm7
When it fell, something died
[F]'Cause [G]I knew that that was the last time, the last time! ...
[Chorus]
[Am]Ooooooooooooh!
[G]Oh noooo...
Dm7
Let it burn
[Am]ooooooooooooh
[Am]Let [G]it buuuuuuuuuuuuuuuurn
Dm7 [F] [G]
Let it buuuuuuuuuuuuuuuurn
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infoAbout This Song
Song Fundamentals
KeyA (A Major)
Tempo / BPM
110 BPM (Approx.)
TuningStandard
Time Signature4/4
Difficulty LevelIntermediate
Capo PositionCapo Fret 5
Chord Count10 Unique Chords
GenreBlue-eyed Soul
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Strumming Pattern↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Set Fire To The Rain by Adele is played in the key of A. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: A (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil).
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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips
Theory Guide
Guitar playing guide for Set Fire To The Rain by Adele: sounding in A (Capo Fret 5, shape E) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').
check_circleKey & Tempo: Sounding in A (Capo on Fret 5 (played in E shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circleVoicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (B, F) with open cowboy substitutions (open B7 (x21202), Fmaj7 or 4-string small F (xx3211)) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circleCritical Transition: Transition from G to B requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
check_circleStrumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' by starting at 79 BPM before accelerating to studio 110 BPM.
account_treeChord Progression Analysis
Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
i – ♭III – ♭VII – iv – I – II – ♭VI – ♭III – v – V
Song chords:
starPrimary Chords (Song Foundation)
AmCGDm
Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.
more_horizAuxiliary / Transition Chords
ABFC/EEmE
Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.
tuneWhy Use a Capo?
Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding KeyAAcoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 5sync_altRaises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape KeyEOpen chord finger positions
Placing a Capo on Fret 5 transforms fingering into E, maintaining A sound without complex barre chords.
lightbulbAlternative Capo Positions for This Song:
pianoChord Family A
Diatonic Matrix
This song is built on the key of A. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:
IATonic
iiBmSupertonic
iiiC#mMediant
IVDSubdominant
VEDominant
viF#mSubmediant
vii°G#dimLeading
speedDifficulty Level: Intermediate
Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circleUses 10 unique chords throughout the song
check_circleRequires 2 barre chord shapes (B, F)
check_circleCapo on fret 5 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dnaMUSICAL DNA:
KEY: A•TEMPO:
110 BPM (Approx.)
•PROG: i – ♭III – ♭VII – iv – I – II – ♭VI – ♭III – v – V•DIFF: 3/5•CAPO: 5
helpEasy Chord Guide & FAQ Set Fire To The Rain
FAQ & Tips
quizHow to play the easy chords for Set Fire To The Rain (Adele)?
To play the Easy Chords for Set Fire To The Rain, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 5 to make transitions easier without barre chords.
quizWhat are the basic guitar chords and original key for Set Fire To The Rain?
The original recording key for Set Fire To The Rain by Adele is A. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.
quizIs audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?
Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.
