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Hardline

Julien Baker verified
Key: DM
110 BPM
Standard (E A D G B E)
↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
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info About This Song

Song Fundamentals
Key Dm (D Minor)
Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)
Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Medium
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 5 Unique Chords
Genre Alternative
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Hardline by Julien Baker is played in the key of Dm. Arranged in the natural sounding key of Dm in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Hardline' by Julien Baker 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 pivotal chord transition occurs between F and Am: anchor your index finger as a pivot guide and keep your fingertips close to the frets to prevent hesitation on the downbeat. 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)
III – v – i – VI – v – iv
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
F Am Dm Bb

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
Gm

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

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

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

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piano Chord Family DM

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of DM. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

i Dm Tonic
ii° Edim Supertonic
III F Mediant
iv Gm Subdominant
v Am Dominant
VI A# Submediant
VII C Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Medium

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 5 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 3 barre chord shapes (F, Bb, Gm)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: DM • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: III – v – i – VI – v – iv • DIFF: 3/5 • CAPO: 0

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quiz How to play the easy chords for Hardline (Julien Baker)?

To play the Easy Chords for Hardline, 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 Hardline?

The original recording key for Hardline by Julien Baker is DM. 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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