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Transposed: semitones
Intro
[C#m][E]
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I love you?
[B][A]
Didn't we, didn't we, didn't we fly?
[C#m][E]
Know that I, know that I still care for you
[B][A]
But didn't we, didn't we say goodbye?
Verse
]
[C#m][E]
Swear I saw your face
[B]
At the coffee shop on 8th
[A]
Or maybe it was in my mind?
[C#m][E]
And I swear that I heard your laugh
[B]
From a person that walked past me
[A]
At a party the other night
Pre chorus
[C#m][E]
Never thought we'd ever have to go without
[B][A]
Take you over anybody else, hands down
[C#m][E]
We're the type of melody that don't fade out
[B][A]
Don't fade out, can't fade out
Chorus
[C#m][E]
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I love you?
[B][A]
Didn't we, didn't we, didn't we fly?
[C#m][E]
Know that I, know that I still care for you
[B][A]
But didn't we, didn't we say goodbye?
[C#m][E]
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I love you?
[B][A]
Didn't we, didn't we, didn't we try?
[C#m][E]
Know that I, know that I still care for you
[B][A]
Tell me why good things have to die
Verse
]
[C#m][E]
Do you remember all those plans
[B]
That we made after too many drinks
[A]
In the kitchen of your brother's apartment
[C#m][E]
When life was like a wishin' well
[B]
4AM, I'm raisin' hell
[A]
Damn, I knew you oh so well
Pre chorus
[C#m][E]
Never thought we'd ever have to go without
[B][A]
Take you over anybody else, hands down
[C#m][E]
We're the type of melody that don't fade out
[B][A]
Don't fade out, can't fade out
Chorus
[C#m][E]
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I love you?
[B][A]
Didn't we, didn't we, didn't we fly?
[C#m][E]
Know that I, know that I still care for you
[B][A]
But didn't we, didn't we say goodbye?
[C#m][E]
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I love you?
[B][A]
Didn't we, didn't we, didn't we try?
[C#m][E]
Know that I, know that I still care for you
[B][A]
Tell me why good things have to die
Bridge
[F#m][A][C#m][B]
We had a moment steady, we
[F#m][A][C#m][B]
So much that we will never be
Chorus
[C#m][E]
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I love you?
[B][A]
Didn't we, didn't we, didn't we fly?
[C#m][E]
Know that I, know that I still care for you
[B][A]
But didn't we, didn't we say goodbye?
[C#m][E]
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I love you?
[B][A]
Didn't we, didn't we, didn't we try?
[C#m][E]
Know that I, know that I still care for you
[B][A]
Tell me why good things have to die
[X]
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infoAbout This Song
Song Fundamentals
KeyC#m (C# Minor)
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
GenreAlternative Rock
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Strumming Pattern↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Didnt I by OneRepublic is played in the key of C#m. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: C#m (i) sebagai Tonic Minor (Pusat Nada/Gelap), diikuti E (III) sebagai Mediant (Relatif Mayor/Terang), diikuti B (VII) sebagai Subtonic Mayor (Tensi Menuju Minor), diikuti A (VI) sebagai Submediant Mayor (Harapan/Penebal Harmoni), diikuti F#m (iv) sebagai Subdominant Minor (Tensi Melankolis).
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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips
Theory Guide
Guitar playing guide for Didnt I by OneRepublic: sounding in C#m (Capo Fret 1, shape Cm) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').
check_circleKey & Tempo: Sounding in C#m (Capo on Fret 1 (played in Cm shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circleVoicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (C#m, B, F#m) with open cowboy substitutions (open C#m7 (x46600), open B7 (x21202), open F#m7 or Em shape with capo) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circleCritical Transition: Transition from C#m to E 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)
i – III – VII – VI – iv
Song chords:
starPrimary Chords (Song Foundation)
C#mEBA
Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.
more_horizAuxiliary / Transition Chords
F#m
Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.
tuneWhy Use a Capo?
Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding KeyC#MAcoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 1sync_altRaises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape KeyCMOpen chord finger positions
Placing a Capo on Fret 1 allows playing simpler Cm chord shapes while sounding in C#m.
lightbulbAlternative Capo Positions for This Song:
pianoChord Family C#M
Diatonic Matrix
This song is built on the key of C#M. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:
KEY: C#M•TEMPO:
110 BPM (Approx.)
•PROG: i – III – VII – VI – iv•DIFF: 3/5•CAPO: 1
helpEasy Chord Guide & FAQ Didnt I
FAQ & Tips
quizHow to play the easy chords for Didnt I (OneRepublic)?
To play the Easy Chords for Didnt I, 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 Didnt I?
The original recording key for Didnt I by OneRepublic is C#M. 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.
