Error: Operator

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Key: EM

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

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[Intro]
[Em] [Bm] [G] [D] [Em] [Bm] [G] [D] [Em] [Bm] [G] [D] [Em] [Bm] [G] [D]

[Em]There's been an [Bm]accident (calm down)
[G]There's been [D]an accident
[Em]Breathe in and out, calm [Bm]down (In and out, calm down)
[G]In and out, calm down [D](In and out, calm down)
[Em]We can't go back, can't go [Bm]back, can't go back, we can't
[G]We can't go back, can't go [D]back, can't go back, we can't
[Em]Breathe in and [Bm]out, calm down
[G]But would you do it again, [D]again and count backwards from ten?
[Em](I cannot make [Bm]those mistakes, no)
[G]Sometimes I swear I [D]can see straight through you
[Em]Just concentrate, control
[Bm](But would you [G]do it again?)
[D]We can't go back, can't go [Em]back, can't go back, we can't
[Bm]We can't go back, can't go [G]back, can't go back, (oh, come on)
[D]We can't go back, can't go [Em]back, can't go back, we can't
[Bm]We can't go [G]back, can't go back
[D](Murder, oh murder, oh [Em]where have you been?)
[Bm]We can't go back, can't go [G]back, can't go back, we can't
[D]We can't go back, can't go [Em]back, can't go back, we can't
[Bm]We can't go back, can't go back, can't [G]go back, we can't (We can't go back...)
[D]We can't go back, can't [Em]go back (...to anything, anything)
[Bm]Anything, anything...

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Song Summary & Key Facts

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Album Error: Operator

Released 2006

Genre

Alternative Rock Emo

Songwriter Taking Back Sunday

Chord Version Options

3 Versions

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Song Fundamentals

Key Em (E Minor)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)

Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Easy

Capo Position No Capo

Chord Count 4 Unique Chords

Genre Alternative Rock

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

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Error: Operator by Taking Back Sunday is played in the key of Em. Arranged in the natural sounding key of Em in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Error: Operator' by Taking Back Sunday utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. The tricky Bm barre can be effortlessly simplified using an open Bm7 (x20202) shape, removing the need for five-string index finger pressure across the second fret while maintaining clean note clarity. Moving smoothly between Em and Bm demands finger discipline: lead with your ring finger toward the target fret as an anchor before locking down the remaining fingers firmly on the strings. 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 Error: Operator by Taking Back Sunday: sounding in Em without capo at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').

check_circle Key & Tempo: Sounding in Em (Standard tuning without capo) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circle Voicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (Bm) with open cowboy substitutions (open Bm7 (x20202)) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circle Critical Transition: Transition from Em to Bm requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
check_circle Strumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' by starting at 79 BPM before accelerating to studio 110 BPM.

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Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

i – v – III – ♭VII

Song chords:

star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)

Em Bm G D

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords

This song focuses on a minimalist 4-chord foundation.

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key EM Acoustic pitch of original recording

No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key EM Open chord finger positions

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

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piano Chord Family EM

Diatonic Matrix

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

i Em Tonic

ii° F#dim Supertonic

III G Mediant

iv Am Subdominant

v Bm Dominant

VI C Submediant

VII D Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Easy

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 4 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle Requires 1 barre chord shapes (Bm)

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: EM • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: i – v – III – ♭VII • DIFF: 2/5 • CAPO: 0

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Error: Operator (Taking Back Sunday)?

To play the Easy Chords for Error: Operator, 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 Error: Operator?

The original recording key for Error: Operator by Taking Back Sunday is EM. 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.

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Song Summary & Key Facts

Transcribed by Contributor

Album Error: Operator

Released 2006

Genre

Alternative Rock Emo

Songwriter Taking Back Sunday

Chord Version Options

3 Versions

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tune Why Use a Capo?

piano Chord Family EM

speed Difficulty Level: Easy

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