Log In + Submit Chord

Friend Zone

Thundercat verified

Key: BB

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

🎸 Original Version Easy Chords

Transpose

0

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]
[Bbsus4] [Dbsus2]

[Bbsus4]I'm your biggest fan, but I [Dbsus2]guess that's just not good enough
[Bbsus4]Is it 'cause I wear my hair [Dbsus2]in or because I like to play Diablo
[Bbsus4]Don't act like you don't [Dbsus2]know what I'm talking 'bout
[Bbsus4]'Cause I really don't wanna [Dbsus2]have to spell it out
[Bbsus4]And next time [Dbsus2]you call me
[Bbsus4]I'm gon' sit and [Dbsus2]stare at the screen
[Bbsus4]Waiting for the [Dbsus2]call to end
[Bbsus4]You stuck me [Dbsus2]in the friendzone
[Bbsus4]That's that bullshit
[Dbsus2]I'm gonna play [Bbsus4]Diablo either way
[Dbsus2]You can go [Bbsus4]or you can go
[Dbsus2]Because I'd rather play [Bbsus4]Mortal Kombat anyway, hey
[Dbsus2]I want a [Bbsus4]love like Johnny Cage
[Dbsus2]If you're not bringing bottles I [Bbsus4]suggest you start to walk away
[Dbsus2]Bitch don't [Bbsus4]kill my vibe
[Dbsus2]I can tell [Bbsus4]you've kinda got uncomfortable
[Dbsus2]So let me break [Bbsus4]it down for you
[Dbsus2]Don't call me, don't [Bbsus4]text me, after 2am
[Dbsus2]Unless you plan [Bbsus4]on giving me some
[Dbsus2]('Cause I [Bbsus4]got enough friends)
[Dbsus2]I will throw [Bbsus4]you in the garbage
[Dbsus2]'Cause you play [Bbsus4]too many games
[Dbsus2]I'm better [Bbsus4]off by myself
[Dbsus2]Loving you's bad [Bbsus4]for my health
[Dbsus2]No one wants [Bbsus4]to be in the
[Dbsus2]Friendzone
[Bbsus4]Friendzone
[Dbsus2]Friendzone

Found an error in chord or lyrics for this song?

music_note

Capo 3 Needed Musician's Pick

Playing with Capo on 3rd 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 Friend Zone?

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

Start Free Lesson →

info About This Song

Song Fundamentals

Original Key Bb (Bb Major)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM

Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Very Easy

Capo Position Capo Fret 3

Chord Count 2 Unique Chords

Genre Afrofuturism

graphic_eq

Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

auto_awesome

Friend Zone by Thundercat is played in the key of Bb with a tempo of around 110 BPM. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: Bbsus4 (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil).

school

Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips

Theory Guide

Guitar playing guide for Friend Zone by Thundercat: sounding in Bb (Capo Fret 3, shape G) at 110 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').

check_circle Key & Tempo: Sounding in Bb (Capo on Fret 3 (played in G shape)) at 110 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
check_circle Voicing & Fingering: 100% open cowboy chords (C, G, D, Em, Am) requiring zero barre finger pressure.
check_circle Critical Transition: Transition from Bbsus4 to Dbsus2 requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
check_circle Strumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' by starting at 79 BPM before accelerating to studio 110 BPM.

account_tree Chord Progression Analysis

Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

I – Dbsus2

Song chords:

star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)

Bbsus4 Dbsus2

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords

This song uses a minimalist 4-chord structure.

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key BB Acoustic pitch of original recording

Capo Fret 3 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key G Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 3 transforms fingering into G, maintaining Bb sound without complex barre chords.

lightbulb Alternative Capo Positions for This Song:

piano Chord Family BB

Diatonic Matrix

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

I Bb Tonic

ii Cm Supertonic

iii Dm Mediant

IV Eb Subdominant

V F Dominant

vi Gm Submediant

vii° Adim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Very Easy

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle 2 chord unik digunakan

check_circle Semua bentuk chord terbuka (Open Chords), tanpa kunci palang (barre)

check_circle Memerlukan variasi chord bertingkat (Dbsus2)

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: BB • TEMPO: 110 BPM • PROG: I – Dbsus2 • DIFF: 1/5 • CAPO: 3

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ Friend Zone

FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Friend Zone (Thundercat)?

To play the Easy Chords for Friend Zone, 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 3 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

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

The original recording key for Friend Zone by Thundercat is BB. 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 →

Friend Zone - Thundercat

Official Audio

0:00 0:00

Listen to official audio for Friend Zone by Thundercat on streaming platforms:

play_circle YouTube Spotify

Friend Zone expand_less

More Songs by Thundercat verified

Guitar chords collection and other chords from Thundercat.

View All (3 Songs)

Hard Times

Thundercat

Play arrow_forward

Lava Lamp

Thundercat

Play arrow_forward

Recommended Chords in Afrofuturism Genre music_note

Collection of guitar chords from other musicians Afrofuturism that are frequently played.

Explore Afrofuturism

Wait a Minute!

WILLOW

Play arrow_forward

Cranes in the Sky

Solange

Play arrow_forward

Come Alive

Janelle Monae

Play arrow_forward

Appletree

Erykah Badu

Play arrow_forward

don't SAVE ME

WILLOW

Play arrow_forward

4ever

WILLOW

Play arrow_forward

Song DNA & Harmonic Similarity dna

Multi-Vector Match

Songs with the most identical harmonic structure, chord progression, root key, and tempo to this song.

Loving You Is Easy

Union J

insights Harmonic Key Match (Key Bb)

Play arrow_forward

Indak

Up Dharma Down

insights Harmonic Key Match (Key Bb)

Play arrow_forward

Through

Maroon 5

insights Harmonic Key Match (Key Bb)

Play arrow_forward

Blue Sunday

Tom Petty

insights Harmonic Key Match (Key Bb)

Play arrow_forward

Chariot (I Will Follow Him) (Instrumentalia)

The Jumpers

insights Harmonic Key Match (Key Bb)

Play arrow_forward

To Die For

Tonight Alive

insights Harmonic Key Match (Key Bb)

Play arrow_forward

Songs in Key of BB piano

Collection of other popular songs with the root key BB.

All Songs in Key of BB

I'm Alive

Celine Dion

Play arrow_forward

Aku Takut Anjing

YTH Band

Play arrow_forward

Bunga Jiwaku

Yovie & Nuno

Play arrow_forward

Bunga Jiwaku

Yovie

Play arrow_forward

Bang Bang

will.i.am

Play arrow_forward

Surga Atau Neraka

Wian Wianyta

Play arrow_forward

Songs with Similar Chord Vocabulary music_cast

Master the chords of this song, and you can instantly play these following songs.

Nothing's Going to Change My Love For You

Westlife

Play arrow_forward

Bell Boy

Who

Play arrow_forward

Hasian

Osen Hutasoit feat. Jeje Sitorus

Play arrow_forward

Élan

Nightwish

Play arrow_forward

A Moment Like This

Leona Lewis

Play arrow_forward

Tell Me It's Real

K-Ci & JoJo

Play arrow_forward

Chords for Very Easy Level & Similar Progressions tune

Selection of songs with Very Easy difficulty level ideal for practicing finger agility.

Filter Very Easy Level

I Know Who I Am

Sinach

Play arrow_forward

Ciao Adios

Anne-Marie

Play arrow_forward

Give Me Your Forever

Zack Tabudlo

Play arrow_forward

Siap Jadi Imammu

Zikra feat. Eno Viola

Play arrow_forward

Seperangkat Mahar

Zinidin Zidan

Play arrow_forward

Harta Duniawi

Zinidin Zidan

Play arrow_forward

[Intro]
[Bbsus4] [Dbsus2]

[Bbsus4]I'm your biggest fan, but I [Dbsus2]guess that's just not good enough
[Bbsus4]Is it 'cause I wear my hair [Dbsus2]in or because I like to play Diablo
[Bbsus4]Don't act like you don't [Dbsus2]know what I'm talking 'bout
[Bbsus4]'Cause I really don't wanna [Dbsus2]have to spell it out
[Bbsus4]And next time [Dbsus2]you call me
[Bbsus4]I'm gon' sit and [Dbsus2]stare at the screen
[Bbsus4]Waiting for the [Dbsus2]call to end
[Bbsus4]You stuck me [Dbsus2]in the friendzone
[Bbsus4]That's that bullshit
[Dbsus2]I'm gonna play [Bbsus4]Diablo either way
[Dbsus2]You can go [Bbsus4]or you can go
[Dbsus2]Because I'd rather play [Bbsus4]Mortal Kombat anyway, hey
[Dbsus2]I want a [Bbsus4]love like Johnny Cage
[Dbsus2]If you're not bringing bottles I [Bbsus4]suggest you start to walk away
[Dbsus2]Bitch don't [Bbsus4]kill my vibe
[Dbsus2]I can tell [Bbsus4]you've kinda got uncomfortable
[Dbsus2]So let me break [Bbsus4]it down for you
[Dbsus2]Don't call me, don't [Bbsus4]text me, after 2am
[Dbsus2]Unless you plan [Bbsus4]on giving me some
[Dbsus2]('Cause I [Bbsus4]got enough friends)
[Dbsus2]I will throw [Bbsus4]you in the garbage
[Dbsus2]'Cause you play [Bbsus4]too many games
[Dbsus2]I'm better [Bbsus4]off by myself
[Dbsus2]Loving you's bad [Bbsus4]for my health
[Dbsus2]No one wants [Bbsus4]to be in the
[Dbsus2]Friendzone
[Bbsus4]Friendzone
[Dbsus2]Friendzone