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Dear Reader

Taylor Swift

03:36

GAmCAm7FGsus4Fsus2Cmaj7

How to play Dear Reader on guitar

Dear Reader by Taylor Swift uses 8 chords: G, Am, C, Am7, F, Gsus4, Fsus2, Cmaj7. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration03:36
Chords8
G(beat plays in the background)Am C C Am7 C FDear reader, If itAm7feels like a trap, you'reGsus4already in one.Fsus2Dear reader,Am7get out your map, pickGsus4somewhere and just run.Fsus2Dear reader,Am7burn all the files,Gsus4desert all your past lives.Fsus2And if you don'tAm7recognize yourself,Gsus4that means you did it right.GNever takeCmaj7advice from someoneAmwho's fallenCapart.
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What chords are in Dear Reader by Taylor Swift?

Dear Reader by Taylor Swift uses 8 chords: G, Am, C, Am7, F, Gsus4, Fsus2, Cmaj7. The song features 8 different chords across its full arrangement.

Do I need a capo to play Dear Reader by Taylor Swift?

A capo on fret 5 is the most popular way to play Dear Reader. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 5, you'd play D, Em, G, Em7, 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 Dear Reader hard to play on guitar?

Dear Reader is intermediate level on guitar. It uses 8 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 Dear Reader on guitar?

Dear Reader is achievable for motivated beginners who already know a few basic chords. The 8-chord arrangement will take practice to get smooth, but it's definitely learnable with dedication.

How long is Dear Reader by Taylor Swift?

Dear Reader by Taylor Swift is 03:36 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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