Lost Cause Guitar Chords

Chords, Key & Strumming Pattern

Chords Used

Am G Fmaj7 E7

Strumming Pattern

D DU UDU

Use a restrained D DU UDU strum to match Lost Cause's laid-back, minimal vibe. Billie Eilish's production is understated — keep dynamics soft and let the Fmaj7 and E7 colours breathe. With Capo 1, your Am shapes sound in Bbm.

About This Song

Lost Cause is a 2021 alt-pop track by Billie Eilish from her album Happier Than Ever. Known for its minimal, groove-based production and empowering message, the song uses a cool four-chord loop (Am, G, Fmaj7, E7) that repeats hypnotically throughout. Place a capo on the 1st fret to match Billie's original recording in Bb minor.

Song Arrangement — Chord Chart

Intro

Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7

Verse 1

Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7

Pre-Chorus

Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7

Chorus

Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
N.C.

Verse 2

N.C.
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7

Bridge

Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am

Final Chorus

Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am

Outro

Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7
Am / G / Fmaj7 / E7

Frequently Asked Questions

What capo do I use for Lost Cause?

Place the capo on the 1st fret. Your Am chord shapes will then sound in Billie Eilish's original key of Bb minor.

What chords are in Lost Cause?

With Capo 1, Lost Cause uses Am, G, Fmaj7, and E7 — a repeating four-chord loop throughout the entire song.

Is Lost Cause easy to play on guitar?

Lost Cause is rated intermediate due to the Fmaj7 shape, but the chord progression is extremely repetitive, making it easier to memorise than most intermediate songs.