Sit Down Stand Up - Radiohead

Sit Down Stand Up

View chords used in this chart
Standard tuning
 
This is a piano song, but this sounds pretty good on guitar.
 
Intro/verse
 
E---------------|
B--------6------|
G----6-5---6-5--|
D--3------------|
A---------------|
E---------------|
 
^That riff is played several times.
 
Here's the main thing they play during the verse and "raindrops" part.
 
E-------------------|
B-------------------|
G-------------------|
D--10-----8----6----|
A---8-----6----4----|
E-------------------|
 
note: they play these many times. You'll have to figure out the rhythm.
 
I think that's pretty much it.

How to play Sit Down Stand Up

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 E. 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.

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