Deathwish
View chords used in this chart
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Performed by the Police
Intro:
G-----------------------
D-----------------------
A---5--5--5-r-5-5------- (repeat 11 X's)
E-----------------------
Then play other bit:
G----------------------
D----------------------
A---5--5--5-5--5-9-(8)-*(lightly muted)
E----------------------
(played moderately fast)
G-----------------------------------------
D-----------9--7--9--9-------9--7--7------
A----7--10-------------7--10---------9--7- (Repeat 3X's)
E-----------------------------------------
G-----------------------------------------
D-----------9--7--9--9-------9--7--7------
A----7--10-------------7--10---------9\5--
E-----------------------------------------
Back to Intro (Repeat 11 X's again)
Other Bit (Repeat 3 X's again)
Intro (11 X's again)
Other Bit (3 X's)
Intro to fade...
There is a pattern to it, that's not too hard to
figure out.
That's about it. Enjoy!
Please send comments or corrections to Malav Trivedi at
machmood@eden.rutgers.edu
How to play Deathwish
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.