Shamemaker

Q: How to play the easy chords for Shamemaker (Ween)?

To play the Easy Chords for Shamemaker, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords (C, G, Am, F) to make transitions easier without barre chords.

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Key: G

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

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Notation

Capo

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CHORD DIAGRAMS

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[Intro]
[C] [G] [D] [G]

[C]When I [G]feel ashamed
[D]I get [G]so scared
[C]It makes me [G]want to hurt you
[D]Shamemaker
[G]My body aches
[C]And I [G]feel alone
[D]I'm in a [G]very defensive place
[C]Shamemaker
[G]Oh-oh-oh-oh
[D]Feel the [G]feeling, oh
[C]Process feelings
[G]Feel it [D]in the belly
[G]Like a yellow [C]worm with teeth
[G]Oh-oh-oh-oh
[D]Bring it down, [G]don't think too much
[C]Feel the feeling
[G]Let it have its [D]way 'til it says goodbye
[G]Go
[C]♪
[G]I need [D]to breathe
[G]Just need [C]to breathe
[G]Don't walk away
[D]Shamemaker
[G]Touch me
[C]You need [G]to touch me
[D]But I'm afraid
[G]Shamemaker
[C]Oh-oh-oh-oh
[G]Feel the [D]feeling, oh
[G]Process feelings
[C]Feel it [G]in the belly
[D]Like a yellow [G]worm with teeth
[C]Oh-oh-oh-oh
[G]Bring it down, [D]don't think too much
[G]Feel the feeling
[C]Let it have its [G]way 'til it says goodbye
[D]Let it have its [G]way 'til it says goodbye
[C]Let it go
[G]Shamemaker

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Song Summary & Key Facts

Transcribed by Contributor

Album Shamemaker

Released 2007

Genre

Alternative Alternative Rock

Songwriter Ween

Chord Version Options

2 Versions

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Song Fundamentals

Original Key G (G Major)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM

Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Very Easy

Capo Position No Capo

Chord Count 3 Unique Chords

Genre Alternative

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

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Shamemaker by Ween is played in the key of G with a tempo of around 110 BPM. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: C (IV) sebagai Subdominant (Gerak Maju/Tensi Sedang), diikuti G (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil), diikuti D (V) sebagai Dominant (Tensi Kuat Menuju Tonic).

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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips

Theory Guide

Guitar playing guide for Shamemaker by Ween: sounding in G without capo at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').

check_circle Key & Tempo: Sounding in G (Standard tuning without capo) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circle Voicing & Fingering: 100% open cowboy chords (C, G, D, Em, Am) requiring zero barre finger pressure.
check_circle Critical Transition: Transition from C to G 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)

IV – I – V

Song chords:

star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)

C G D

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

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This song uses a minimalist 4-chord structure.

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key G Acoustic pitch of original recording

No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key G Open chord finger positions

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

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piano Chord Family G

Diatonic Matrix

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

I G Tonic

ii Am Supertonic

iii Bm Mediant

IV C Subdominant

V D Dominant

vi Em Submediant

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speed Difficulty Level: Very Easy

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

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check_circle Semua bentuk chord terbuka (Open Chords), tanpa kunci palang (barre)

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: G • TEMPO: 110 BPM • PROG: IV – I – V • DIFF: 1/5 • CAPO: 0

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Shamemaker (Ween)?

To play the Easy Chords for Shamemaker, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords (C, G, Am, F) to make transitions easier without barre chords.

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

The original recording key for Shamemaker by Ween is G. 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 Shamemaker

Released 2007

Genre

Alternative Alternative Rock

Songwriter Ween

Chord Version Options

2 Versions

Versi Studio Alternative By Contributor

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speed Difficulty Level: Very Easy

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