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Straight Up & Down

Bruno Mars

03:18

BmajD#mG#majC#majA#mF#majFmG#m

How to play Straight Up & Down on guitar

Straight Up & Down by Bruno Mars uses 8 chords: Bmaj, D#m, G#maj, C#maj, A#m, F#maj, Fm, G#m. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration03:18
Chords8
BmajOoo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo-ooo.D#m G#maj C#majGirl,A#mI bet your mama named you goodF#majlookin'D#m'Cause you sure look good toC#majme (me, me)A#mMy attention, ooh, yes, you justF#majtook it You'reD#mprobably the finest thing that I everC#majseen (seen, seen)A#mAnd nobody at the party drop itF#majlow like the wayD#mthat you do Got me saying,Fm"Damn,A#mgirl, break it down for me"G#maj D#m FmTake it nice and slow, let meG#mwatch while you turn
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What chords are in Straight Up & Down by Bruno Mars?

Straight Up & Down by Bruno Mars uses 8 chords: Bmaj, D#m, G#maj, C#maj, A#m, F#maj, Fm, G#m. The song features 8 different chords across its full arrangement.

Do I need a capo to play Straight Up & Down by Bruno Mars?

A capo on fret 6 is the most popular way to play Straight Up & Down. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 6, you'd play Fmaj, Am, Dmaj, Gmaj, 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 Straight Up & Down hard to play on guitar?

Straight Up & Down 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 Straight Up & Down on guitar?

Straight Up & Down 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 Straight Up & Down by Bruno Mars?

Straight Up & Down by Bruno Mars is 03:18 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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