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Telescope

Cage The Elephant

03:47

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How to play Telescope on guitar

Telescope by Cage The Elephant uses 5 chords: C, Am, Em, G, G7. It's a relatively easy song — great for guitarists at any level.

DifficultyEasy
Duration03:47
Chords5
C Am Em G(instrumental music plays)C Am Em GIn aCfar and distant galaxyAmInside my telescope, I seeEmA pair of eyes peer back at me HeGwalks and talks andG7looks like meCSits around inside his house FromAmroom to room, he moves aboutEmFills his life with pointless things AndGwonders how it all turnsCout Do,Amdo, do, do, do, do Do, do, do, do, do, doEmIt'sGsafe to say that
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What chords are in Telescope by Cage The Elephant?

Telescope by Cage The Elephant uses 5 chords: C, Am, Em, G, G7. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play Telescope by Cage The Elephant?

No capo is needed for Telescope. The chord shapes (C, Am, Em, G, G7) are all standard open positions that can be played without one. To play the full arrangement with a capo or customize it to your preferences, download the Strum app.

Is Telescope hard to play on guitar?

Telescope is a relatively easy song to play on guitar. With 5 chords (C, Am, Em, G, G7), even beginners can get a handle on it with consistent practice. Focus on smooth chord transitions and keeping a steady strumming rhythm.

Can a beginner play Telescope on guitar?

Yes — Telescope is a great beginner guitar song. It only uses 5 chords, keeping the arrangement accessible while you're still building technique. Practice each chord shape on its own before working on transitions between them.

How long is Telescope by Cage The Elephant?

Telescope by Cage The Elephant is 03:47 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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