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BIG SHOT

The Lumineers

03:01

C#G#G#7F#C#maj7F#mF#maj7

How to play BIG SHOT on guitar

BIG SHOT by The Lumineers uses 7 chords: C#, G#, G#7, F#, C#maj7, F#m, F#maj7. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration03:01
Chords7
C#(soft music) All the things you said to me, theG#manifest inG#7destiny. WellF#all of this could go away rightC#now. AndC#maj7everyoneC#was in the band andG#I was on another planet andF#you wereF#mallC#alone. And you wanna be a big shot. You wanna be theG#big man. You wanna hold aF#maj7bigF#gun. You gotta have aC#quick hand. You wanna be the big shot now. TheG#chosen one your mother loved theF#mostF#mafterC#all.C#maj7Early morningC#still in bed youG#hate yourself
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What chords are in BIG SHOT by The Lumineers?

BIG SHOT by The Lumineers uses 7 chords: C#, G#, G#7, F#, C#maj7, F#m, F#maj7. The song features 7 different chords across its full arrangement.

Do I need a capo to play BIG SHOT by The Lumineers?

A capo on fret 4 is the most popular way to play BIG SHOT. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 4, you'd play A, E, E7, D, Amaj7, 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 BIG SHOT hard to play on guitar?

BIG SHOT is intermediate level on guitar. It uses 7 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 BIG SHOT on guitar?

BIG SHOT is achievable for motivated beginners who already know a few basic chords. The 7-chord arrangement will take practice to get smooth, but it's definitely learnable with dedication.

How long is BIG SHOT by The Lumineers?

BIG SHOT by The Lumineers is 03:01 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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Easy Guitar Chords·Learn Any Song·Beginner Lessons