ChordGitar.in
+ Submit Chord

hard to breathe

bugsy verified
Key: A
Standard
↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
sync_saved_locally
🎸 Original Version Easy Chords
Transpose ?
0
Notation
Capo ?
Instrument
speed
screen_lock_portrait
Easy Chord Tip: No capo — use open A chord shapes. Pelajari Smart Capo →
lock_clock

Batas Kuota Harian Tercapai

Alat Workstation Panggung

CHORD DIAGRAMS
volume_up Click chord to hear sound
tune Transposed: semitones
Found an error in chord or lyrics for this song?

info About This Song

Song Fundamentals
Key A (A Major)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Easy
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 4 Unique Chords
Genre Pop
graphic_eq
Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
auto_awesome
hard to breathe by bugsy is played in the key of A. Arranged in the natural sounding key of A in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'hard to breathe' by bugsy utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. The F# barre chord can be voiced as a partial three-string triad on upper strings to preserve momentum and prevent fingertip strain while practicing. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between A and F#: 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.

account_tree Chord Progression Analysis

Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
V – I – V – I
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
E A Asus2 F#

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
This song focuses on a minimalist 4-chord foundation.

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

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

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

lightbulb Alternative Capo Positions for This Song:

piano Chord Family A

Diatonic Matrix

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

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

speed Difficulty Level: Easy

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 4 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 1 barre chord shapes (F#)
check_circle Requires extended harmonic variations (Asus2)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: A • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: V – I – V – I • DIFF: 2/5 • CAPO: 0

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ hard to breathe

FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for hard to breathe (bugsy)?

To play the Easy Chords for hard to breathe, 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 hard to breathe?

The original recording key for hard to breathe by bugsy is A. 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.

info Video playback is restricted by the content owner outside YouTube.
Open on YouTube →

hard to breathe - bugsy

Official Audio

0:00 0:00

Listen to official audio for hard to breathe by bugsy on streaming platforms:

play_circle YouTube Spotify
hard to breathe expand_less

More Songs by bugsy verified

Guitar chords collection and other chords from bugsy.

View All (2 Songs)

drunk

KEY C

bugsy

Easy
Play arrow_forward

Song DNA & Harmonic Similarity dna

Multi-Vector Match

Songs with the most identical harmonic structure, chord progression, root key, and tempo to this song.

Bila Musik Berlagu

74% Match

Rossy

insights Identical Harmonic Progression (V – I – V – I) • Harmonic Key Match (Key A)
Key A Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

In Too Deep

71% Match

Sum 41

insights Identical Harmonic Progression (V – I – V – I) • Harmonic Key Match (Key A)
Key A Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Stupid Girl

69% Match

Justin Bieber

insights Identical Harmonic Progression (V – I – V – I) • Harmonic Key Match (Key A)
Key A
Play arrow_forward

Sesame Street Theme

67% Match

Misc Television

insights Identical Harmonic Progression (V – I – V – I) • Harmonic Key Match (Key D)
Key D Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Kitjir Kitjir

65% Match

Pattie Bersaudara

insights Identical Harmonic Progression (V – I – V – I) • Harmonic Key Match (Key D)
Key D Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Betapa

62% Match

Sheila On 7

insights Identical Harmonic Progression (V – I – V – I) • Harmonic Key Match (Key D)
Key D Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Songs with Similar Progression (V – I – V – I) account_tree

Selection of songs using the harmonic progression pattern V – I – V – I.

All You Need Is Love

KEY G

The Beatles

Medium
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Abbey Road

KEY C

The Beatles

Advanced
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

96 Tears

KEY B

Stranglers

Advanced
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Satu Frekuensi

KEY DM

Souljah

Medium
• Capo 5
Play arrow_forward

In Too Deep

KEY A

Sum 41

Intermediate
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Jangan Harap Kembali

KEY E

Sabila

Advanced
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Songs in Key of A piano

Collection of other popular songs with the root key A.

All Songs in Key of A

Bitter Sweet Symphony

KEY A

The Verve

Easy
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Fernando

KEY A

ABBA

Advanced
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Wake Up

KEY A

Zigaz

Easy
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Aishiteru Tinggal Cerita

KEY A

Zivilia

Advanced
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

Zayn Malik – I Won't Mind

KEY A

Zayn feat. Zayn

Easy
• Capo 3
Play arrow_forward

Peterpan (dari A)

KEY A

Yang Terdalam

Easy
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Twin Chords (Same Chords) music_cast

Zero Learning Curve

Play other songs with the same chords (zero new chords needed)

1 2 3

KEY D

Plain White Ts

Easy
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Cant Take My Eyes Off You

KEY C

Frankie Valli feat. Frankie Valli

Advanced
Play arrow_forward

The Stroke

KEY G

Billy Squier

Easy
Play arrow_forward

Tonight Is The Night

KEY D

Betty Wright

Intermediate
Play arrow_forward

Who

KEY C

Jimin

Intermediate
Play arrow_forward

The Lazy Song

KEY B

Bruno Mars

Advanced
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Chords for Easy Level & Similar Progressions tune

Selection of songs with Easy difficulty level ideal for practicing finger agility.

Filter Easy Level

1 2 3

KEY D

Plain White Ts

Easy
• Capo 2
Play arrow_forward

Tetap Dalam Jiwa

KEY C

Isyana Sarasvati

Easy
• Capo 4
Play arrow_forward

If You Love Her

KEY C

Forest Blakk

Easy
Play arrow_forward

The Stroke

KEY G

Billy Squier

Easy
Play arrow_forward

First Date

KEY C

Blink-182 feat. Blink-182

Easy
Play arrow_forward

Shout To The Lord

KEY F

Hillsong Worship

Easy
Play arrow_forward