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Weightless

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Key: CM
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↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
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Easy Chord Tip: Use capo on fret 5 — use Gm chord shapes. Pelajari Smart Capo →
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info About This Song

Song Fundamentals
Key Cm (C Minor)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Advanced
Capo Position Capo Fret 5
Chord Count 11 Unique Chords
Genre Anthem-folk
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Weightless by Layla is played in the key of Cm. Originally recorded in the sounding key of Cm, 'Weightless' by Layla is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 5, enabling guitarists to execute friendly Gm shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. 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 D and F: 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 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)
ii – II – IV – I – iv – III
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
Dm7 D F C

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
Fm Eb Cm Bb Gm Ebadd13 Ab

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key CM Acoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 5 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key GM Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 5 transforms fingering into Gm, maintaining Cm sound without complex barre chords.

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piano Chord Family CM

Diatonic Matrix

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

i Cm Tonic
ii° Ddim Supertonic
III D# Mediant
iv Fm Subdominant
v Gm Dominant
VI G# Submediant
VII A# Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 11 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 7 barre chord shapes (F, Fm, Eb)
check_circle Requires extended harmonic variations (Ebadd13)
check_circle Capo on fret 5 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: CM • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: ii – II – IV – I – iv – III • DIFF: 5/5 • CAPO: 5

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ Weightless

FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Weightless (Layla)?

To play the Easy Chords for Weightless, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 5 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

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

The original recording key for Weightless by Layla is CM. 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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