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Fiction

The xx verified
Key: EB
110 BPM
Standard (E A D G B E)
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Song Fundamentals
Key Eb (Eb Major)
Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)
Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Medium
Capo Position Capo Fret 4
Chord Count 3 Unique Chords
Genre Atmospheric Electronic
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Fiction by The xx is played in the key of Eb. Originally recorded in the sounding key of Eb, 'Fiction' by The xx is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 4, enabling guitarists to execute friendly B shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. For the Bb barre chord, guitarists can adopt a compact Bbmaj7 shape or apply a capo to convert shapes into familiar cowboy chord fingerings that feel natural. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between Gm and Bb: 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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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
iii – V – I – iii – V – I
Song chords:
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Gm Bb Eb

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

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This song focuses on a minimalist 3-chord foundation.

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

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Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key EB Acoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 4 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key B Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 4 transforms fingering into B, maintaining Eb sound without complex barre chords.

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piano Chord Family EB

Diatonic Matrix

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

I Eb Tonic
ii Fm Supertonic
iii Gm Mediant
IV Ab Subdominant
V Bb Dominant
vi Cm Submediant
vii° Ddim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Medium

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 3 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 3 barre chord shapes (Gm, Bb, Eb)
check_circle Capo on fret 4 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: EB • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: iii – V – I – iii – V – I • DIFF: 3/5 • CAPO: 4

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Fiction (The xx)?

To play the Easy Chords for Fiction, 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.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Fiction?

The original recording key for Fiction by The xx is EB. 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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