ChordGitar.in
+ Submit Chord
cloud_off Offline mode. Songs saved in Pocket remain accessible.

The Show Must Go On

MandoPony verified
Key: CM
Standard
↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
verified Studio
🎸 Original Version Easy Chords
Transpose ?
0
Notation
Capo ?
Instrument
speed
screen_lock_portrait
Easy Chord Tip: No capo — use open Cm chord shapes. Pelajari Smart Capo →
lock_clock

Batas Kuota Harian Tercapai

Alat Workstation Panggung

CHORD DIAGRAMS
volume_up Click chord to hear sound
tune Transposed: semitones
Found an error in chord or lyrics for this song?

info About This Song

Song Fundamentals
Key Cm (C Minor)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Advanced
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 13 Unique Chords
Genre otacore
graphic_eq
Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
auto_awesome
The Show Must Go On by MandoPony is played in the key of Cm. Arranged in the natural sounding key of Cm in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'The Show Must Go On' by MandoPony 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 C5 and Ab: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 66 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 92 BPM.
analytics Analisis harmoni & progresi dihitung secara komputasional berdasarkan dataset transkripsi chord ChordGitar.in.

account_tree Chord Progression Analysis

Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
I – VI – V – i – I – VI
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
C5 Ab G Cm

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
C Eb Fm F Gm Bb Bbm E C#

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

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

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

lightbulb Alternative Capo Positions for This Song:

piano Chord Family CM

Diatonic Matrix

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

i Cm Tonic
ii° Ddim Supertonic
III D# Mediant
iv Fm Subdominant
v Gm Dominant
VI G# Submediant
VII A# Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 13 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 9 barre chord shapes (Ab, Cm, Eb)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: CM • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: I – VI – V – i – I – VI • DIFF: 5/5 • CAPO: 0

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ The Show Must Go On

FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for The Show Must Go On (MandoPony)?

To play the Easy Chords for The Show Must Go On, 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 The Show Must Go On?

The original recording key for The Show Must Go On by MandoPony is CM. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is 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.

info Video playback is restricted by the content owner outside YouTube.
Open on YouTube →

The Show Must Go On - MandoPony

Official Audio

0:00 0:00

Listen to official audio for The Show Must Go On by MandoPony on streaming platforms:

play_circle YouTube Spotify
The Show Must Go On expand_less

More Songs by MandoPony verified

Guitar chords collection and other chords from MandoPony.

View All (9 Songs)

Balloons

KEY BM

MandoPony

Advanced
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Noticed

KEY EM

MandoPony

Medium
Play arrow_forward

Fade Away

KEY A

MandoPony

Medium
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Survive the Night

KEY DM

MandoPony

Medium
• Capo 5
Play arrow_forward

They Rise

KEY EM

MandoPony

Easy
Play arrow_forward

Nothing Can Hurt Me

KEY D#M

MandoPony

Advanced
• Capo 6
Play arrow_forward

Recommended Chords in otacore Genre music_note

Collection of guitar chords from other musicians otacore that are frequently played.

Explore otacore

Why Did I Say Okie Doki?

KEY F

The Stupendium

Medium
Play arrow_forward

The Bonnie Song

KEY G

Skyfixing

Beginner
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Absolute Territory

KEY GM

Ken Ashcorp

Medium
• Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

Cuphead Rap

KEY C

JT Music

Advanced
Play arrow_forward

Break My Mind

KEY CM

Dagames

Medium
• Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

Paper Alibis

KEY CM

YonKaGor

Advanced
• Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

Song DNA & Harmonic Similarity dna

Multi-Vector Match

Songs with the most identical harmonic structure, chord progression, root key, and tempo to this song.

Sick Of It

61% Match

Skillet

insights 10 Identical Chords (Ab, G, Cm) • Harmonic Key Match (Key Cm)
Key CM
Play arrow_forward

Harapan Palsu

59% Match

Vicky Koga

insights 8 Identical Chords (Ab, G, Cm) • Harmonic Key Match (Key Cm)
Key CM Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

Percayalah

59% Match

Vita Alvia

insights 8 Identical Chords (Ab, G, Cm) • Harmonic Key Match (Key Cm)
Key CM Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

World So Cold

59% Match

Three Days Grace

insights 8 Identical Chords (Ab, Cm, C) • Harmonic Key Match (Key Cm)
Key CM Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

Riot

59% Match

Three Days Grace

insights 8 Identical Chords (Ab, Cm, Eb) • Harmonic Key Match (Key Cm)
Key CM Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

Honey

59% Match

Shaggydog

insights 8 Identical Chords (Cm, C, Eb) • Harmonic Key Match (Key Cm)
Key CM
Play arrow_forward

tune More Theory & Harmonic Matches

Explore songs matching this progression (I – VI – V – i – I – VI), key (CM), and fingerings.