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Piledriver Waltz

Arctic Monkeys

03:23

EC#mG#AG#7A7F#mB

How to play Piledriver Waltz on guitar

Piledriver Waltz by Arctic Monkeys uses 8 chords: E, C#m, G#, A, G#7, A7, F#m, B. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration03:23
Chords8
E(rock music plays) I etched the face of a stopwatchC#mon the back of a raindropG#and did a swapG#for the sand inAan hourglass.EI heard an unhappy ending.C#mIt sorta sounds like you leaving.G#I heard theG#7piledriverAwaltz, itA7woke me upAthisEmorning. (rock music plays) You look like you'veAbeen for breakfast atF#mthe HeartbreakC#mHotel and sat in the back booth byAthe pamphlets andF#mthe literatureC#mon how to lose. YourAwaitress wasBmiserable
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What chords are in Piledriver Waltz by Arctic Monkeys?

Piledriver Waltz by Arctic Monkeys uses 8 chords: E, C#m, G#, A, G#7, A7, F#m, B. The song features 8 different chords across its full arrangement.

Do I need a capo to play Piledriver Waltz by Arctic Monkeys?

A capo on fret 4 is the most popular way to play Piledriver Waltz. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 4, you'd play C, Am, E, F, E7, 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 Piledriver Waltz hard to play on guitar?

Piledriver Waltz 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 Piledriver Waltz on guitar?

Piledriver Waltz 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 Piledriver Waltz by Arctic Monkeys?

Piledriver Waltz by Arctic Monkeys is 03:23 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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