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Real Thing

Alice in Chains

04:03

D#7BD#m7D#A#mF

How to play Real Thing on guitar

Real Thing by Alice in Chains uses 6 chords: D#7, B, D#m7, D#, A#m, F. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration04:03
Chords6
D#7(heavy metal music)B D#m7 D#m7 D#m7(singer yawns) ♪ I messed around aD#7as little boy ♪ ♪ I grew up and made the blade my little toy ♪ Friends said, "Boy, what ya screwing her around?" ♪ ♪ I said,D#"Don't concern yourselves ♪ And just giveD#♪ me another blast" Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah ♪ ♪ Under the hill ♪D#7♪ With just a few notches on my belt ♪ ♪ Take it away, I don't want no more ♪ ♪A#mEven if you say just one more ♪ I won't leave you aloneD#♪ ♪ Whoo ♪D#7(heavy metal music) ♪ I grew up, went into rehabD#♪ You know, ♪ the doctorsD#7never did me no good ♪ ♪ They said, "Son,D#you're gonna be a newD#7man" ♪ ♪ I said, "Thank you very much ♪ I cannotD#7♪ pull them them bugs" ♪ Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah ♪ ♪ Under the hill ♪ ♪ With just a few notches on my belt ♪ Take it away, I don't want no more ♪ ♪A#mEven if you say just one more ♪ I won't leave you alone ♪ ♪ 'CauseFI'm going down the steps on
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What chords are in Real Thing by Alice in Chains?

Real Thing by Alice in Chains uses 6 chords: D#7, B, D#m7, D#, A#m, F. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play Real Thing by Alice in Chains?

A capo on fret 1 is the most popular way to play Real Thing. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 1, you'd play D7, A#, Dm7, D, Am, 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 Real Thing hard to play on guitar?

Real Thing 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 Real Thing on guitar?

Real Thing 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 Real Thing by Alice in Chains?

Real Thing by Alice in Chains is 04:03 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