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Transposed: semitones
[C#]I don't want to be in [A]Monday morning, heading back to work,
[B]Stuck in traffic, going [E]slow, nothing on the radio,
[A]I don't wanna be another chore [F#]to check off on your list,
[E]Of things you gotta do, [B]and places that you gotta go.
[C#]Oh no...
[F#]I wanna be your [A]Friday night speed ride,
[B]Summertime, sunshine, barefoot [E]in the moonlight,
[B]I wanna be your jackpot, hot spot, wide [C#]open road in a candy apple rag top,
[A]I wanna set you free, [E]I wanna take you high,
[B]I wanna be, wanna [A]be your Friday night.
[C#]We can rock together, let [A]the good times roll forever,
[F#]Fill up our cup, make [A]a memory, drink it up,
[B]I don't wanna miss another [E]minute, wanna live it with you,
[F#]'Neath the blue [E]sky, falling in love.
[F#]I wanna be your [A]Friday night speed ride,
[B]Summertime, sunshine, barefoot [E]in the moonlight,
[B]I wanna be your jackpot, hot spot, wide [C#]open road in a candy apple rag top,
[A]I wanna set you free, [E]I wanna take you high,
[B]I wanna be, wanna [A]be your Friday night.
[E]I wanna be your [B]lemonade in the shade,
[C#]Money in your pocket 'cos [A]you just got paid babe.
[F#]I wanna be your [A]Friday night speed ride,
[B]Summertime, sunshine, barefoot [E]in the moonlight,
[B]I wanna be your jackpot, hot spot, wide [C#]open road in a candy apple rag top,
[A]I wanna set you free, [E]I wanna take you high,
[B]I wanna be, wanna [A]be your Friday night.
[E]Oh yeah...
[B]Wanna be [C#]your Friday night,
[A]F-F-F-Friday night.
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infoAbout This Song
Song Fundamentals
KeyA (A Major)
Tempo / BPM
110 BPM (Approx.)
TuningStandard (E A D G B E)
Time Signature4/4
Difficulty LevelMedium
Capo PositionCapo Fret 1
Chord Count5 Unique Chords
GenreContemporary
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Strumming Pattern↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Friday Night by Lady A is played in the key of A. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: A (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil), diikuti E (V) sebagai Dominant (Tensi Kuat Menuju Tonic).
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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips
Theory Guide
Guitar playing guide for Friday Night by Lady A: sounding in A (Capo Fret 1, shape G#) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').
check_circleKey & Tempo: Sounding in A (Capo on Fret 1 (played in G# shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circleVoicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (C#, B, F#) with open cowboy substitutions (open C#7 voicing, open B7 (x21202), open F#7 voicing) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circleCritical Transition: Transition from C# to A requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
check_circleStrumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' by starting at 79 BPM before accelerating to studio 110 BPM.
account_treeChord Progression Analysis
Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
III – I – II – V – VI
Song chords:
starPrimary Chords (Song Foundation)
C#ABE
Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.
more_horizAuxiliary / Transition Chords
F#
Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.
tuneWhy Use a Capo?
Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding KeyAAcoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 1sync_altRaises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape KeyG#Open chord finger positions
Placing a Capo on Fret 1 allows playing simpler G# chord shapes while sounding in A.
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pianoChord 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:
KEY: A•TEMPO:
110 BPM (Approx.)
•PROG: III – I – II – V – VI•DIFF: 3/5•CAPO: 1
helpEasy Chord Guide & FAQ Friday Night
FAQ & Tips
quizHow to play the easy chords for Friday Night (Lady A)?
To play the Easy Chords for Friday Night, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 1 to make transitions easier without barre chords.
quizWhat are the basic guitar chords and original key for Friday Night?
The original recording key for Friday Night by Lady A is A. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.
quizIs 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.