[Fmaj7]Yeah
[Fmaj7]Inside di thing [Bbmaj7]dem call sweet melody
[Fmaj7]Wap gyal, yuh comin' like [Bbmaj7]a family yuh kno, eh
Inside di thing dem call DC
Is a di gyal dem, please max out the diesel, oh yeah!
[Bbmaj7]Ayy, my girl, put down di man [Ebmaj7]dem weh a talk nuthin' 'bout fee
[Ebmaj7]You dunno my [Fmaj7]lovin' is free
Lead out, th-the international Daniel Cae-Cae-Cae
[Fmaj7]I love dominantly
[Bbmaj7]You make me weak, [Ebmaj7]make me thirsty for release
[Fmaj7]Gwan come [Bbmaj7]compliment me
[Ebmaj7]Dem become [Fmaj7]an enemy
[Bbmaj7]Cop a flight [Ebmaj7]to Paris, lowkey
[Fmaj7]'Cause lil' baby [Bbmaj7]girl I'm tryna breathe
[Ebmaj7]Please baby [Fmaj7]try understand me
[Bbmaj7]I am not a monster, [Ebmaj7]I'm just a man with needs
[Fmaj7]I take flights, when I [Bbmaj7]learn it's time to go
[Ebmaj7]Tryna take time [Fmaj7]by crossing timing zones
[Bbmaj7]Come press your [Ebmaj7]lips 'pon me
[Fmaj7]LSD got [Bbmaj7]me feelin' empathy
[Ebmaj7]Warfare out [Fmaj7]to mind chemically
[Bbmaj7]'Cause we [Ebmaj7]suffer endlessly
[Fmaj7]Could be Kamikaze, [Bbmaj7]only time will tell
[Ebmaj7]Even though I'm godly, [Fmaj7]might end up in Hell
[Bbmaj7]Sweet melody, wind up [Ebmaj7]your body 'pon mi
[Fmaj7]Your lovin' baby girl, you [Bbmaj7]know mi need it, need it
[Ebmaj7]Let me fight for it, [Fmaj7]me achieve it, 'chieve it
[Bbmaj7]Sweet melody, wind up [Ebmaj7]your body 'pon mi
[Fmaj7]Your lovin' baby girl, you [Bbmaj7]know mi need it, need it
[Ebmaj7]Let me fight for it, [Fmaj7]me achieve it, 'chieve it
[Bbmaj7]Feel my love [Ebmaj7]drip over your skin
[Fmaj7]Rich dark [Bbmaj7]chocolate, sweet melanin
[Ebmaj7]Forevermore you gon' [Fmaj7]be my kin
[Bbmaj7]Whatever Jah has binded, [Ebmaj7]let no man enter in
Real up, hand inna di air, pull up weh dem say
[Bbmaj7]No matter what me [Ebmaj7]believe in GOD or LSD
Link up or shout Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ
[Bbmaj7]Give me your [Ebmaj7]love, it's unrequited
[Fmaj7]The thought of [Bbmaj7]you gets me excited
[Ebmaj7]I guess I'll come [Fmaj7]to your crib, uninvited
[Bbmaj7]Offer you all [Ebmaj7]your favorite vices
[Bbmaj7]Girl, I know [Ebmaj7]you like it
[Fmaj7]Girl you can't [Bbmaj7]through like (lightning, lightning)
[Ebmaj7]You light up my [Fmaj7]life, you like (lightning, lightning)
[Bbmaj7]Danny be good, [Ebmaj7]that's un- (likely, likely)
[Fmaj7]But drive you [Bbmaj7]comin' down, yeah
[Ebmaj7]Turn my [Fmaj7]life around, yeah
[Bbmaj7]Sweet melody, wind up [Ebmaj7]your body 'pon mi
[Fmaj7]Your lovin' baby girl, you [Bbmaj7]know mi need it, need it
[Ebmaj7]Let me fight for it, [Fmaj7]me achieve it, 'chieve it
[Bbmaj7]Sweet melody, wind up [Ebmaj7]your body 'pon mi
[Fmaj7]Your lovin' baby girl, you [Bbmaj7]know mi need it, need it
[Ebmaj7]Let me fight for it, [Fmaj7]me achieve it, 'chieve it
[Bbmaj7]Feel my love [Ebmaj7]drip over your skin
[Fmaj7]Rich dark [Bbmaj7]chocolate, sweet melanin
[Ebmaj7]Forevermore you gon' [Fmaj7]be my kin
[Bbmaj7]Whatever Jah has binded, let [Ebmaj7]no man enter in (enter in)
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infoAbout This Song
Song Fundamentals
KeyBb (Bb Major)
Tempo / BPM
110 BPM (Approx.)
TuningStandard (E A D G B E)
Time Signature4/4
Difficulty LevelAdvanced
Capo PositionCapo Fret 5
Chord Count3 Unique Chords
GenreCanadian Contemporary R&b
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Strumming Pattern↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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CYANIDE by Daniel Caesar is played in the key of Bb. Originally recorded in the sounding key of Bb, 'CYANIDE' by Daniel Caesar is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 5, enabling guitarists to execute friendly F shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. The song relies exclusively on open cowboy chords (Fmaj7, Bbmaj7, Ebmaj7), letting beginners concentrate on tone clarity, ringing string resonance, and sustain without encountering demanding barre finger fatigue. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between Fmaj7 and Bbmaj7: 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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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips
Theory Guide
Guitar playing guide for CYANIDE by Daniel Caesar: sounding in Bb (Capo Fret 5, shape F) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').
check_circleKey & Tempo: Sounding in Bb (Capo on Fret 5 (played in F shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circleVoicing & Fingering: 100% open chords (Fmaj7, Bbmaj7, Ebmaj7) requiring zero barre finger pressure.
check_circleCritical Transition: Transition from Fmaj7 to Bbmaj7 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 – I – V – I – IV – V
Song chords:
starPrimary Chords (Song Foundation)
Fmaj7Bbmaj7Ebmaj7
Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.
more_horizAuxiliary / Transition Chords
This song focuses on a minimalist 3-chord foundation.
Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.
tuneWhy Use a Capo?
Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding KeyBBAcoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 5sync_altRaises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape KeyFOpen chord finger positions
Placing a Capo on Fret 5 transforms fingering into F, maintaining Bb sound without complex barre chords.
lightbulbAlternative Capo Positions for This Song:
pianoChord Family BB
Diatonic Matrix
This song is built on the key of BB. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:
IBbTonic
iiCmSupertonic
iiiDmMediant
IVEbSubdominant
VFDominant
viGmSubmediant
vii°AdimLeading
speedDifficulty Level: Advanced
Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circleUses 3 unique chords throughout the song
check_circleCapo on fret 5 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dnaMUSICAL DNA:
KEY: BB•TEMPO:
110 BPM (Approx.)
•PROG: V – I – V – I – IV – V•DIFF: 5/5•CAPO: 5
helpEasy Chord Guide & FAQ CYANIDE
FAQ & Tips
quizHow to play the easy chords for CYANIDE (Daniel Caesar)?
To play the Easy Chords for CYANIDE, 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 CYANIDE?
The original recording key for CYANIDE by Daniel Caesar is BB. 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.
