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CHORD DIAGRAMS
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Transposed: semitones
[C]The drops of rain [G]they fall all over
[C]This [G]awkward [Am]silence [CIII]makes me crazy
[Am]The glow inside [F]burns light upon her
[F]I'll try to kiss [Fm]you if you let me
[G](This can't be the end)
[Am]Tidal waves, they [F]rip right through me
[G]Tears from eyes worn cold and sad
[C]Pick me up now, I need you so bad
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down (it gets me so)
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down (it gets me so)
[G]Your vows of silence fall all over
[C]The look [G]in your [A] meyes makes [CIII]me crazy
[Am]I feel the [F]darkness break upon her
[C]I'll take [G]you over [Am]if you [CIII]let me
(You did this)
[Am]Tidal waves they [F]rip right through me
[G]Tears from eyes worn cold and sad
[C]Pick me up now, I need you so bad
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down (it gets me so)
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down
Down, down, down, down (it gets me so)
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infoAbout This Song
Song Fundamentals
KeyF (F Major)
Tempo / BPM
110 BPM (Approx.)
TuningStandard (E A D G B E)
Time Signature4/4
Difficulty LevelMedium
Capo PositionCapo Fret 4
Chord Count6 Unique Chords
GenreAlternative Metal
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Strumming Pattern↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Down by Blink-182 is played in the key of F. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: C (V) sebagai Dominant (Tensi Kuat Menuju Tonic), diikuti Am (iii) sebagai Mediant (Tonic/Pewarna), diikuti F (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil).
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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips
Theory Guide
Guitar playing guide for Down by Blink-182: sounding in F (Capo Fret 4, shape C#) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').
check_circleKey & Tempo: Sounding in F (Capo on Fret 4 (played in C# shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circleVoicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (F, Fm) with open cowboy substitutions (Fmaj7 or 4-string small F (xx3211), open Fm7 voicing) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circleCritical Transition: Transition from Am to F 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)
V – II – iii – I – i – III
Song chords:
starPrimary Chords (Song Foundation)
CGAmF
Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.
more_horizAuxiliary / Transition Chords
FmA
Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.
tuneWhy Use a Capo?
Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding KeyFAcoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 4sync_altRaises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape KeyC#Open chord finger positions
Placing a Capo on Fret 4 transforms fingering into Db, maintaining F sound without complex barre chords.
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pianoChord Family F
Diatonic Matrix
This song is built on the key of F. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:
IFTonic
iiGmSupertonic
iiiAmMediant
IVBbSubdominant
VCDominant
viDmSubmediant
vii°EdimLeading
speedDifficulty Level: Medium
Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circleUses 6 unique chords throughout the song
check_circleRequires 2 barre chord shapes (F, Fm)
check_circleCapo on fret 4 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dnaMUSICAL DNA:
KEY: F•TEMPO:
110 BPM (Approx.)
•PROG: V – II – iii – I – i – III•DIFF: 3/5•CAPO: 4
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FAQ & Tips
quizHow to play the easy chords for Down (Blink-182)?
To play the Easy Chords for Down, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 4 to make transitions easier without barre chords.
quizWhat are the basic guitar chords and original key for Down?
The original recording key for Down by Blink-182 is F. 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.
