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Decode

Paramore

04:13

A#mG#majF#majD#mFmD#maj

How to play Decode on guitar

Decode by Paramore uses 6 chords: A#m, G#maj, F#maj, D#m, Fm, D#maj. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration04:13
Chords6
A#m G#maj F#maj F#majHow can I decide what'sD#mright? When you're clouding up myA#mmind. I can'tF#majwin your losingFmfight all the time.F#majNor can I ever own what'sD#mmine when you are always takingA#msides. But you won't take away myFmpride. No, not thisF#majtime.D#maj D#mNot thisA#mtime.Fm F#majHow did we get here?D#majWell, I used to know youA#mso well.Fm
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What chords are in Decode by Paramore?

Decode by Paramore uses 6 chords: A#m, G#maj, F#maj, D#m, Fm, D#maj. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play Decode by Paramore?

A capo on fret 1 is the most popular way to play Decode. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 1, you'd play Am, Gmaj, Fmaj, Dm, Em, 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 Decode hard to play on guitar?

Decode 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 Decode on guitar?

Decode 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 Decode by Paramore?

Decode by Paramore is 04:13 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

About Strum

Strum is a guitar app for mobile that syncs chord charts to the music in real time. On Strum, you can generate the guitar arrangement to any audio in the world within minutes. Learn any song — from beginner-friendly 3-chord songs to complex arrangements — without jumping between YouTube and a tab site. Auto-scroll, slow-down mode, and a built-in guitar tuner included.

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Easy Guitar Chords·Learn Any Song·Beginner Lessons