Return

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Key: F

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕

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[C]It's almost night, [Bb]I should be sleeping.
[C]But the moon's so bright, [F]as if it's praying with me.
[Bb]Round and round, I [Gm]walk in circles aimlessly.
[C]Where could [Bb]you be?
[C]The purple skies [F]were so inviting
[Bb]When we [Gm]used to fly.
[C]But the excitement [Bb]slowly fades away.
[C]Feels like there's [F]nothing I wanna do.
[Bb]Not without you.
[C]And I will cry [F]you a thousand tears
[C]The day [F]you will return.
[C]Tonight I swear, [Bb]I'll stay right here
[C]Until you [F]will return.
[Bb]And every [Gm]little cloud,
[C]And every [Bb]single star,
[C]Reminds me of just [F]how much I miss you.
[Bb]And every [Gm]little cloud,
[C]And every [Bb]single star,
[C]Reminds me of just [F]how much I miss you.
[C]And I will cry [F]you a thousand tears
[C]The day [F]you will return.
[C]Tonight I swear, [Bb]I'll stay right here
[C]Until you [F]will return.
[C]And I will cry [F]you a thousand tears
[C]The day [F]you will return.
[C]Tonight I swear, [Bb]I'll stay right here
[C]Until you [F]will return.
[C]And I will cry [F]you a thousand tears
[C]The day [F]you will return.
[C]Tonight I swear, [Bb]I'll stay right here
[C]Until you [F]will return.
[Bb]And every [Gm]little cloud,
[C]Reminds me of just [F]how much I miss you.
[C]The day [F]you will return.
[Bb]And every [Gm]little cloud,
[C]Reminds me of just [F]how much I miss you.
[C]The day [F]you will return.
[Bb]And every [Gm]little cloud,
[C]And every [Bb]single star,
[C]Reminds me of just [F]how much I miss you.

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Song Summary & Key Facts

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Album Return

Released 2016

Genre

Pop / Rock Acoustic

Songwriter Alexander Rybak

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3 Versions

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Song Fundamentals

Key F (F Major)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)

Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Medium

Capo Position No Capo

Chord Count 4 Unique Chords

Genre Pop / Rock

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕

Time Signature 4/4

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Return by Alexander Rybak is played in the key of F. Arranged in the natural sounding key of F in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Return' by Alexander Rybak utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. To prevent hand fatigue on the challenging F barre chord, beginners can comfortably substitute an open Fmaj7 (xx3210) or small four-string F (xx3211) without sacrificing harmonic richness or vocal support. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between C and Bb: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 110 BPM.

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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips

Theory Guide

Guitar playing guide for Return by Alexander Rybak: sounding in F without capo at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕').

check_circle Key & Tempo: Sounding in F (Standard tuning without capo) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circle Voicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (Bb, F, Gm) with open cowboy substitutions (Bbmaj7 or open A shape with capo, Fmaj7 or 4-string small F (xx3211)) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circle Critical Transition: Transition from C to Bb requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
check_circle Strumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕' by starting at 79 BPM before accelerating to studio 110 BPM.

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Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

V – IV – V – I – IV – ii

Song chords:

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C Bb F Gm

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

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This song focuses on a minimalist 4-chord foundation.

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

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Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key F Acoustic pitch of original recording

No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key F Open chord finger positions

The song is played in its original key of F without a capo.

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piano Chord Family F

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of F. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

I F Tonic

ii Gm Supertonic

iii Am Mediant

IV Bb Subdominant

V C Dominant

vi Dm Submediant

vii° Edim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Medium

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 4 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle Requires 3 barre chord shapes (Bb, F, Gm)

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: F • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: V – IV – V – I – IV – ii • DIFF: 3/5 • CAPO: 0

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Return (Alexander Rybak)?

To play the Easy Chords for Return, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Return?

The original recording key for Return by Alexander Rybak is F. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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Song Summary & Key Facts

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Album Return

Released 2016

Genre

Pop / Rock Acoustic

Songwriter Alexander Rybak

Chord Version Options

3 Versions

Versi Studio Alternative By Contributor

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Chord Mudah Basic Chords • No Capo Open chords (C / G) without barre chords

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