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The Man Who Sold The World

Nirvana

03:37

F#G#EC#mG#7BC

How to play The Man Who Sold The World on guitar

The Man Who Sold The World by Nirvana uses 7 chords: F#, G#, E, C#m, G#7, B, C. It's intermediate level — a solid foundation in basic chord shapes will help before learning it.

DifficultyIntermediate
Duration03:37
Chords7
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What chords are in The Man Who Sold The World by Nirvana?

The Man Who Sold The World by Nirvana uses 7 chords: F#, G#, E, C#m, G#7, B, C. The song features 7 different chords across its full arrangement.

Do I need a capo to play The Man Who Sold The World by Nirvana?

A capo on fret 4 is the most popular way to play The Man Who Sold The World. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 4, you'd play D, E, C, Am, E7, 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 Man Who Sold The World hard to play on guitar?

The Man Who Sold The World 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 The Man Who Sold The World on guitar?

The Man Who Sold The World 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 The Man Who Sold The World by Nirvana?

The Man Who Sold The World by Nirvana is 03:37 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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