[Intro]
[A] [D] [F#m] [A] [E]
[A]I know, [D]I know
[F#m]I know, [A]I know
[E]Mustard on [A]that beat, ho
[D]Run it up, [F#m]run it up
[A]Count it up, [E]count it up
[A]'95 in [D]my car
[F#m]Nicotine in [A]my blood
[E]Go, run [A]it, run it
[D]Count it, [F#m]count it
[A]Go, show me [E]somethin', ayy, ayy
[A]Go, talkin' [D]that shit
[F#m]Keep on [A]barkin' lil' bitch
[E]Bitches tryna [A]get lit, damn
[D]Rosé poppin' with [F#m]the Balmain on me
[A]And I [E]keep on callin'
[A]And they know that [D]I don't answer my cell
[F#m]No, I don't [A]know your momma
[E]I got [A]so much commas
[D]Girl, you know [F#m]I'm only into myself
[A]Say you flexin', [E]that's a big lie
[A]When I pull up, [D]give this bitch my line
[F#m]And you know that [A]I'ma get mine, yeah, yeah
[E]Say you flexin', [A]that's a big lie
[D]When I pull up, [F#m]give this bitch my line
[A]And you know that [E]I'ma get mine, yeah, yeah
[A]Say you flexin', [D]that's a big lie
[F#m]Say you got that [A]shit you don't got
[E]Heard you say that shit [A]a hundred times, yeah, yeah
[D]Say you flexin', [F#m]that's a big lie
[A]Say you flexin', [E]that's a big lie
[A]Say you flexin', [D]that's a big lie
[F#m]Say you flexin', [A]that's a big lie
[E]Oh, valet the [A]park on the whip
[D]The Caddy, [F#m]the '76
[A]My woman gon' [E]box on a bitch
[A]They don't want no [D]part in that shit
[F#m]I got my money jumpin', [A]I'm proud for ballin' on Fade
[E]Didn't watch the game, you [A]can see that shit on replay
[D]I just drop the top and [F#m]I pull up to your party
[A]I just grab a Bud and I [E]pop the top on you, pour that water
[A]Say you flexin', [D]that's a big lie
[F#m]When I pull up, [A]get this bitch live
[E]And you know that [A]I'ma get mine, yeah, yeah
[D]Say you flexin', [F#m]that's a big lie
[A]When I pull up, [E]get this bitch live
[A]And you know that [D]I'ma get mine, yeah, yeah
[F#m]Say you flexin', [A]that's a big lie
[E]Say you got that [A]shit you don't got
[D]Heard you say that shit [F#m]a hundred times, yeah, yeah
[A]And I know [E]who we are, yeah
[A]And I know [D]that we ballin'
[F#m]When you wanna [A]get this money
[E]I don't want your [A]bitch, just know it
[D]Say you flexin', [F#m]that's a big lie
[A]When I pull up, [E]get this bitch live
[A]And you know that [D]I'ma get mine, yeah, yeah
[F#m]Say you flexin', [A]that's a big lie
[E]Say you got that [A]shit you don't got
[D]Heard you say that shit [F#m]a hundred times, yeah, yeah
[A]And I know [E]who we are, yeah
[A]And I know [D]that we ballin'
[F#m]When you wanna [A]get this money
[E]I don't want your [A]bitch, just know it
[D]I know, [F#m]I know
[A]I know, [E]I know
[A]I know, [D]I know
[F#m]I know, [A]I know
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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 LevelEasy
Capo PositionCapo Fret 2
Chord Count4 Unique Chords
GenreAcoustic Pop
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Strumming Pattern↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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Big Lie by Post Malone is played in the key of A. Originally recorded in the sounding key of A, 'Big Lie' by Post Malone is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 2, enabling guitarists to execute friendly G shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. The F#m chord can be navigated using an open F#m7 variation or capo shifting to exploit natural Em open fingerings across all primary song verses. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between D and F#m: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 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 110 BPM.
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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips
Theory Guide
Guitar playing guide for Big Lie by Post Malone: sounding in A (Capo Fret 2, shape G) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').
check_circleKey & Tempo: Sounding in A (Capo on Fret 2 (played in G shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circleVoicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (F#m) with open cowboy substitutions (open F#m7 or Em shape with capo) to eliminate finger fatigue.
check_circleCritical Transition: Transition from D to F#m 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 – IV – vi – I – V
Song chords:
starPrimary Chords (Song Foundation)
ADF#mE
Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.
more_horizAuxiliary / Transition Chords
This song focuses on a minimalist 4-chord foundation.
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 2sync_altRaises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape KeyGOpen chord finger positions
Placing a Capo on Fret 2 transforms fingering into G, maintaining A sound without complex barre chords.
lightbulbAlternative Capo Positions for This Song:
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:
IATonic
iiBmSupertonic
iiiC#mMediant
IVDSubdominant
VEDominant
viF#mSubmediant
vii°G#dimLeading
speedDifficulty Level: Easy
Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circleUses 4 unique chords throughout the song
check_circleRequires 1 barre chord shapes (F#m)
check_circleCapo on fret 2 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dnaMUSICAL DNA:
KEY: A•TEMPO:
110 BPM (Approx.)
•PROG: I – IV – vi – I – V•DIFF: 2/5•CAPO: 2
helpEasy Chord Guide & FAQ Big Lie
FAQ & Tips
quizHow to play the easy chords for Big Lie (Post Malone)?
To play the Easy Chords for Big Lie, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 2 to make transitions easier without barre chords.
quizWhat are the basic guitar chords and original key for Big Lie?
The original recording key for Big Lie by Post Malone 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.
