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All I Really Want To Do

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Key: A
110 BPM
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Song Fundamentals
Key A (A Major)
Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Intermediate
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 8 Unique Chords
Genre Pop
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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All I Really Want To Do by Byrds is played in the key of A. Arranged in the natural sounding key of A in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'All I Really Want To Do' by Byrds utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. To prevent hand fatigue on the challenging F barre chord, beginners can comfortably substitute an open Fmaj7 (xx3210) or small four-string F (xx3211) without sacrificing harmonic richness or vocal support. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between A and F#m: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 110 BPM.
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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
IV – I – V – I
Song chords:
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D A E F#m

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
G Bm C F

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

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Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key A Acoustic pitch of original recording
No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key A Open chord finger positions

The song is played in its original key of A without a capo.

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piano Chord 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:

I A Tonic
ii Bm Supertonic
iii C#m Mediant
IV D Subdominant
V E Dominant
vi F#m Submediant
vii° G#dim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 8 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 3 barre chord shapes (F#m, Bm, F)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: A TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) PROG: IV – I – V – I DIFF: 4/5 CAPO: 0

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for All I Really Want To Do (Byrds)?

To play the Easy Chords for All I Really Want To Do, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for All I Really Want To Do?

The original recording key for All I Really Want To Do by Byrds is A. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

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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.

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