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Transposed: semitones
[Verse 1]
[E]I lost my tug of war today
[E]♪
[D]Took my foot off of the brakes
[C](The definition of insanity is looping
[Bm]on repeat and expecting things to change)
[E]But what comes up must hit the ground
[B]So I drink these anvils down
[D](She always comes to me highly disguised,
[C]an angel whispering, so many pretty shapes)
[Gm]It's a dance with the devil
[F#m]A stumbling tango
[D]It's a dance with the devil
[Bm]Trying to borrow from tomorrow
[E]It's a dance
[D](Oh, no, oh, no, I don't need you)
[E](Oh, no, oh, no, I don't need you)
[E]It's a dance
[D](Oh, no, oh, no, [Drop]I don't need you)
[E](Oh, no, oh, no, [G]I don't need you)
[F#m]It's a dance
[E]Just want [G]to connect
[F#m]But you won't let me do it
[E]So I [D]get altered,
[C](twisted and conflicted, so I casually can shoot the shit)
[B]Wish less [Bm]was going on
[E]Wish I could just throw the ball
[D]And ignore [F#m]it all
[C](Constantly distracted by the noise of my ping-pong)
[C]It's a dance [Bm]with the devil
[E]A mercurial wrestle
[D]It's a dance [Bm]with the devil
[E]Trying to borrow from tomorrow
[D]It's a dance
[Bm](Oh, no, oh, no, [Drop]I don't need you)
[E](Oh, no, oh, no, [E]I don't need you)
[E]It's a dance
[F#m](Oh, no, oh, no, [E]I don't need you)
[E](Oh, no, oh, no, I don't need you)
[G]It's a
[F#m](Oh, no, oh, no, [G]I don't need you)
[E](Oh, no, oh, no, [E]I don't need you)
[D](Oh, no, oh, no, I don't need you)
[C](Oh, no, oh, no, [Bm]I don't need you)
[E]But what, what is it worth
[D]♪
[B]Waking up with [Bm]a crown of clouds?
[C]What is [D]it worth
[Bm]When my head spins out with doubt?
[E]Wish I [D]could measure
[Bm]When the poison is pouring out
[D]Oh
[G]It's a dance
[Bm](Oh, no, oh, no, [E]I don't need you)
[F#m]Oh, no, oh, no, I [E]don't need you (it's a dance)
[G](Oh, no, oh, no, [E]I don't need you)
[G]Oh, no, oh, no, I don't need you (it's a dance)
[E](Oh, no, oh, no, [D]I don't need you)
[G]Oh, no, oh, no, I don't need you (it's a dance)
[C](Oh, no, oh, no, [Bm]I don't need you)
[E]Oh, no, oh, no (it's a...)
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infoAbout This Song
Song Fundamentals
KeyE (E Major)
Tempo / BPM
110 BPM (Approx.)
TuningStandard
Time Signature4/4
Difficulty LevelIntermediate
Capo PositionCapo Fret 4
Chord Count8 Unique Chords
GenrePop
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Strumming Pattern↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Dance by Katy Perry is played in the key of E. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: E (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil), diikuti B (V) sebagai Dominant (Tensi Kuat Menuju Tonic), diikuti F#m (ii) sebagai Supertonic (Subdominant/Penghubung).
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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips
Theory Guide
Guitar playing guide for Dance by Katy Perry: sounding in E (Capo Fret 4, shape C) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').
check_circleKey & Tempo: Sounding in E (Capo on Fret 4 (played in C shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circleVoicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (Bm, B, F#m) with open cowboy substitutions (open Bm7 (x20202), open B7 (x21202), open F#m7 or Em shape with capo) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circleCritical Transition: Transition from C to Bm 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 – ♭VII – ♭VI – v – V – ♭iii – ii – ♭VII – ♭III
Song chords:
starPrimary Chords (Song Foundation)
EDCBm
Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.
more_horizAuxiliary / Transition Chords
BGmF#mG
Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.
tuneWhy Use a Capo?
Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding KeyEAcoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 4sync_altRaises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape KeyCOpen chord finger positions
Placing a Capo on Fret 4 transforms fingering into C, maintaining E sound without complex barre chords.
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pianoChord Family E
Diatonic Matrix
This song is built on the key of E. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:
IETonic
iiF#mSupertonic
iiiG#mMediant
IVASubdominant
VBDominant
viC#mSubmediant
vii°D#dimLeading
speedDifficulty Level: Intermediate
Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circleUses 8 unique chords throughout the song
check_circleCapo on fret 4 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dnaMUSICAL DNA:
KEY: E•TEMPO:
110 BPM (Approx.)
•PROG: I – ♭VII – ♭VI – v – V – ♭iii – ii – ♭VII – ♭III•DIFF: 1/5•CAPO: 4
helpEasy Chord Guide & FAQ Dance
FAQ & Tips
quizHow to play the easy chords for Dance (Katy Perry)?
To play the Easy Chords for Dance, 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 Dance?
The original recording key for Dance by Katy Perry is E. 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.
