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Chords Used

Em C G D

Strumming Pattern

D DU UDU

Chord Breakdown for Fight Song

Intro

1. Em/C/G/D
2. C/G/C/D/Em
3. Em/D

How to Play Fight Song on Guitar

Fight Song by Rachel Platten is a powerful motivational pop anthem that works beautifully on acoustic guitar. It is in E Minor and uses four chords — Em, C, G, and D — at around 80 BPM. The D DU UDU strumming pattern keeps the energy up throughout the song. These four chords are among the most common in pop music, so mastering them here will unlock dozens of other songs. Pay special attention to the Em to C transition to keep the mood flowing smoothly.

Frequently Asked Questions

› What chords are in Fight Song by Rachel Platten?

Fight Song uses Em, C, G, and D — four very common guitar chords in the key of E Minor.

› Is Fight Song easy to play on guitar?

Yes, Fight Song is a great beginner song. The four chords are all standard open chords, and the strumming pattern is straightforward once you get the feel for it.

› What key is Fight Song in?

Fight Song by Rachel Platten is in the key of E Minor, using the chord progression Em, C, G, D throughout the song.

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