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The Pretender

Foo Fighters

04:32

AmF#m7b5Fmaj7GCF#m7EDAF

How to play The Pretender on guitar

The Pretender by Foo Fighters uses 10 chords: Am, F#m7b5, Fmaj7, G, C, F#m7, E, D, A, F. It's an advanced song that requires solid chord knowledge and quick, clean transitions.

DifficultyAdvanced
Duration04:32
Chords10
Am(rock music plays)Am F#m7b5 Fmaj7 AmKeep you in the dark,Gyou knowAmthey allF#m7b5 Fmaj7pretend.AmKeep you in the dark,Cand so itF#m7b5allF#m7 Fmaj7began.E(rock music plays)AmSend in yourDskeletons.ASing as their bones goAmmarchingDin,Fagain.
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What chords are in The Pretender by Foo Fighters?

The Pretender by Foo Fighters uses 10 chords: Am, F#m7b5, Fmaj7, G, C, F#m7, E, D, A, F. The song features 10 different chords across its full arrangement.

Do I need a capo to play The Pretender by Foo Fighters?

A capo on fret 5 is the most popular way to play The Pretender. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 5, you'd play Em, C#m7b5, Cmaj7, D, G, 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 The Pretender hard to play on guitar?

The Pretender is an advanced guitar song. It uses 10 chords including Am, F#m7b5, Fmaj7, and demands clean, quick transitions. Intermediate and advanced guitarists will find it a rewarding challenge.

Can a beginner play The Pretender on guitar?

The Pretender is better suited for intermediate or advanced players. If you're just starting out, build your chord vocabulary with simpler songs first, then return to this one as your skills develop.

How long is The Pretender by Foo Fighters?

The Pretender by Foo Fighters is 04:32 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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