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Driven By You

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Key: G
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Song Fundamentals
Key G (G Major)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Advanced
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 29 Unique Chords
Genre Glam
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Driven By You by Brian May is played in the key of G. Arranged in the natural sounding key of G in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Driven By You' by Brian May 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 Em/F# and B: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 66 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 92 BPM.
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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
I – vi – IV – I – vi – IV
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
G Em C D

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
D7/C G/B Am C/D C/E Em/F# B B7 Am7 G/D D/A A7 D7sus4 A E F Bb C/F Bb/F C# Eb Bbm7 Bbmadd13 F5 E5

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

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Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key G Acoustic pitch of original recording
No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key G Open chord finger positions

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

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piano Chord Family G

Diatonic Matrix

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

I G Tonic
ii Am Supertonic
iii Bm Mediant
IV C Subdominant
V D Dominant
vi Em Submediant
vii° F#dim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 29 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 7 barre chord shapes (B, B7, F)
check_circle Requires extended harmonic variations (Bbmadd13)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: G • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: I – vi – IV – I – vi – IV • DIFF: 5/5 • CAPO: 0

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quiz How to play the easy chords for Driven By You (Brian May)?

To play the Easy Chords for Driven By You, 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 Driven By You?

The original recording key for Driven By You by Brian May is G. 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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