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Shooting Stars

Billy Idol verified
Key: F
110 BPM
Standard (E A D G B E)
↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
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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 5 Unique Chords
Genre Album
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Shooting Stars by Billy Idol is played in the key of F. Arranged in the natural sounding key of F in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Shooting Stars' by Billy Idol 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 pivotal chord transition occurs between F and A#: anchor your index finger as a pivot guide and keep your fingertips close to the frets to prevent hesitation on the downbeat. 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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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
I – IV – vi – IV – V – I
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
F Bb Dm C

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
Fadd11

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 5 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 2 barre chord shapes (F, Bb)
check_circle Requires extended harmonic variations (Fadd11)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: F • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: I – IV – vi – IV – V – I • DIFF: 3/5 • CAPO: 0

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quiz How to play the easy chords for Shooting Stars (Billy Idol)?

To play the Easy Chords for Shooting Stars, 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 Shooting Stars?

The original recording key for Shooting Stars by Billy Idol 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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