1 Way

Q: How to play the easy chords for 1 Way (DMA'S)?

To play the Easy Chords for 1 Way, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords (C, G, Am, F) with Capo on Fret 2 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

Q: 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.

DMA'S verified

Key: D

Tuning: Standard

sync_saved_locally Audio Synced

🎸 Original Version Easy Chords

Transpose

Notation

Capo

Instrument

speed

auto_awesome

Easy Chord Tip: Place Capo on Fret to play open chord shapes ().

CHORD DIAGRAMS

volume_up Click chord to hear sound

tune Transposed: semitones

[Intro]
[D] [G]

[Verse 1]
[D]It's not hard [G]nothings better than [D]the ones you want
[G]And I'm still here [D]so bring me closer [G]to the ones I love
[D]And it's not fair [G]to let you down [Em]and all the things you trust
[F]

[Chorus 1]
[C]And there's more here, so keep me walking through daunting dark
[G]No one told you 'bout the pain but I can take you from it all tonight
[F]I could take you down the back road memories of you and me We can hold it in our hands

[Instrumental 1]
[D]Ohh
[G]And It's not fine cause I've got stories 'bout the ones we left the truth and the matter of time
It could lead you down a lonely path

[Verse 2]
[D]Coz no one told [G]you 'bout the pain
[D]But I can take [G]you from it all tonight
[Em]I could take you down the [F]back road memories of you and me

[Chorus 2]
[C]You can hold [G]it in your hands
[F]I could tell you 'bout it all [Em]tonight I could lead you to the one
[F]I could take you down the back road memories of you and me

[Chorus 3]
[C]You can hold [G]it in your hands
[F] [D]

[Outro]
[G] [D]

Found an error in chord or lyrics for this song?

music_note

Capo 2 Needed Musician's Pick

Playing with Capo on 2nd Fret?

Get clear, buzz-free intonation with high-quality guitar gear.

Kyser Quick-Change Capo

→

Interactive Video Masterclass

Interactive Video Masterclass 14-Day Free Access

14-Day Free Access

Want step-by-step video tutorials for 1 Way?

Learn exact strumming patterns, fingerpicking techniques, and solo tabs with slow-motion multi-angle video lessons.

Start Free Lesson →

play_circle DMA'S - Topic Open on YouTube open_in_new

YouTube Spotify

Song Summary & Key Facts

Transcribed by Contributor

Album I Love You Unconditionally, Sure Am Going to Miss You

Released 2021

Genre

Alternative Alternative Rock

Songwriter DMA'S

Chord Version Options

3 Versions

Versi Studio (Versi 2) Alternative By Contributor

View →

Chord Mudah Basic Chords • Capo Fret 2 Open chords (C / G) without barre chords

View →

info About This Song

Song Fundamentals

Original Key D (D Major)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM

Tuning Standard

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Easy

Capo Position Capo Fret 2

Chord Count 5 Unique Chords

Genre Alternative

auto_awesome

1 Way by DMA'S is played in the key of D with a tempo of around 110 BPM. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: D (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil), diikuti G (IV) sebagai Subdominant (Gerak Maju/Tensi Sedang), diikuti Em (ii) sebagai Supertonic (Subdominant/Penghubung).

school

Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips

Theory Guide

Guitar playing guide for 1 Way by DMA'S: sounding in D (Capo Fret 2, shape C) at 92 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').

check_circle Key & Tempo: Sounding in D (Capo on Fret 2 (played in C shape)) at 92 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circle Voicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (F) with open cowboy substitutions (e.g. Fmaj7, Bm7, B7) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circle Critical Transition: Transition from Em to F requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
check_circle Strumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' by starting at 66 BPM before accelerating to studio 92 BPM.

account_tree Chord Progression Analysis

Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

I – IV – ii – F – C

Song chords:

star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)

D G Em F

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key D Acoustic pitch of original recording

Capo Fret 2 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key C Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 2 transforms fingering into C, maintaining D sound without complex barre chords.

lightbulb Alternative Capo Positions for This Song:

piano Chord Family D

Diatonic Matrix

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

I D Tonic

ii Em Supertonic

iii F#m Mediant

IV G Subdominant

V A Dominant

vi Bm Submediant

vii° C#dim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Easy

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 5 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle Requires 1 barre chord shapes (F)

check_circle Capo on fret 2 is recommended for optimal finger comfort

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: D • TEMPO: 110 BPM • PROG: I – IV – ii – F – C • DIFF: 2/5 • CAPO: 2

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ 1 Way

FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for 1 Way (DMA'S)?

To play the Easy Chords for 1 Way, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords (C, G, Am, F) with Capo on Fret 2 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for 1 Way?

The original recording key for 1 Way by DMA'S is D. 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 →

1 Way - DMA'S

Official Audio

0:00 0:00

Listen to official audio for 1 Way by DMA'S on streaming platforms:

play_circle YouTube Spotify

1 Way expand_less

play_circle DMA'S - Topic Open on YouTube open_in_new

YouTube Spotify

Song Summary & Key Facts

Transcribed by Contributor

Album I Love You Unconditionally, Sure Am Going to Miss You

Released 2021

Genre

Alternative Alternative Rock

Songwriter DMA'S

Chord Version Options

3 Versions

Versi Studio (Versi 2) Alternative By Contributor

View →

Chord Mudah Basic Chords • Capo Fret 2 Open chords (C / G) without barre chords

View →

More Songs by DMA'S verified

Guitar chords collection and other chords from DMA'S.

View All (28 Songs)

Junk Truck Head Fuck

KEY G

DMA'S feat. MAY-A

1 Way

Playing with Capo on 2nd Fret?

Want step-by-step video tutorials for 1 Way?

info About This Song

Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips

account_tree Chord Progression Analysis

tune Why Use a Capo?

piano Chord Family D

speed Difficulty Level: Easy

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ 1 Way

quiz How to play the easy chords for 1 Way (DMA'S)?

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for 1 Way?

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

1 Way

More Songs by DMA'S verified

Junk Truck Head Fuck

Criminals

Learning Alive

Silver

Never Before

The Glow

Recommended Chords in Alternative Genre music_note

Creep

First Date

I Miss You

Crawling

Ciao Adios

2002

Song DNA & Harmonic Similarity dna

The Stroke

Maaf

Menahan Rindu

Tak Berani Ku Melawan Restu

Ciao Adios

Rindu Dalam Diam

Songs in Key of D piano

1 2 3

Tonight Is The Night

I Know Who I Am

Fear of the Dark

I Miss You

Bennie And The Jets

Songs with Similar Chord Vocabulary music_cast

1 2 3

Tetap Dalam Jiwa

Cant Take My Eyes Off You

If You Love Her

The Stroke

Tonight Is The Night

Chords for Easy Level & Similar Progressions tune

1 2 3

Tetap Dalam Jiwa

If You Love Her

The Stroke

First Date

Shout To The Lord

Related Music News

Euforia Britpop Australia & Gemuruh Stadion Sydney DMA'S: Album 'How Many Dreams?', 3 Piala ARIA dan 3x Platinum 'Believe'