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This River is Wild

The Killers

04:37

CmA#G#GmD#Fm

How to play This River is Wild on guitar

This River is Wild by The Killers uses 6 chords: Cm, A#, G#, Gm, D#, Fm. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration04:37
Chords6
Cm A# G# Gm Cm(rock music)A# G# Gm D#(singing) Leaves are falling down on the beautiful ground. I heardCma story from the man in red. He saidD#the leaves are falling down, such a beautiful sound. Son,CmI think you better go ahead. ButD#you always hold your head up high 'causeCmit's a long, long, long way down. This town wasD#made for passing through, but it ain't nothing new. Now goCmand show them that the world's still round, but it'sG#a long, long, long wayD#down.Fm Cm D# G#
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What chords are in This River is Wild by The Killers?

This River is Wild by The Killers uses 6 chords: Cm, A#, G#, Gm, D#, Fm. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play This River is Wild by The Killers?

A capo on fret 3 is the most popular way to play This River is Wild. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 3, you'd play Am, G, F, Em, C, which is the easiest way to play the song. You can also play it without a capo using the original chord shapes. To play the full arrangement with a capo or customize it to your preferences, download the Strum app.

Is This River is Wild hard to play on guitar?

This River is Wild is intermediate level on guitar. It uses 6 chords, so a comfortable foundation in basic chord shapes will help before tackling it. With regular practice, most developing players can work through the full arrangement.

Can a beginner play This River is Wild on guitar?

This River is Wild is achievable for motivated beginners who already know a few basic chords. The 6-chord arrangement will take practice to get smooth, but it's definitely learnable with dedication.

How long is This River is Wild by The Killers?

This River is Wild by The Killers is 04:37 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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