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Cardigan

Taylor Swift

03:60

FmA#majG#majD#majGm

How to play Cardigan on guitar

Cardigan by Taylor Swift uses 5 chords: Fm, A#maj, G#maj, D#maj, Gm. It's a relatively easy song — great for guitarists at any level.

DifficultyEasy
Duration03:60
Chords5
FmVintage tea,A#majbrand newA#majphone, high heels on cobblestones.G#majWhen you are young they assume you knowA#majnothing.FmSequin smile, blackA#majlipstick, sensualG#majpolitics. When you are young they assume you knowA#majnothing.D#majBut I knew you dancing inA#majyour Levis, drunk under a streetlight, I.G#majI knew you, hand underA#majmy sweatshirt, baby kiss it better,FmI. And when I felt like I was anA#majold cardigan underGmsomeone's bed,G#majyou put me on and said I wasA#majyour favorite.FmA friend to all is a friend toA#majnone. Chase two girls, loseG#majthe one. When you are young they assume you
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What chords are in Cardigan by Taylor Swift?

Cardigan by Taylor Swift uses 5 chords: Fm, A#maj, G#maj, D#maj, Gm. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play Cardigan by Taylor Swift?

A capo on fret 3 is the most popular way to play Cardigan. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 3, you'd play Dm, Gmaj, Fmaj, Cmaj, 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 Cardigan hard to play on guitar?

Cardigan is a relatively easy song to play on guitar. With 5 chords (Fm, A#maj, G#maj, D#maj, Gm), 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 Cardigan on guitar?

Yes — Cardigan 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 Cardigan by Taylor Swift?

Cardigan by Taylor Swift is 03:60 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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