Key: G# · Capo: 1st fret · BPM: 138 · Difficulty: Intermediate · Chords: G, Bm, C, D, Em · Strumming: D D D DU U UD D
[Intro] C D G Em C D G Em [Verse 1] Em C D I used to rule the world G Em Seas would rise when I gave the word C D Now in the morning I sleep alone G Em Sweep the streets I used to own [Interlude] C D G Em C D G Em [Verse 2] Em C D I used to roll the dice G Em Feel the fear in my enemy's eyes C D Listen as the crowd would sing: G Em "Now the old king is dead! Long live the king!" Em C D One minute I held the key G Em Next the walls were closed on me C D And I discovered that my castles stand G Em Upon pillars of salt and pillars of sand [Chorus] C D I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing G Em Roman Cavalry choirs are singing C D Be my mirror, my sword, and shield G Em My missionaries in a foreign field C D For some reason I can't explain G Em Once you go there was never, C D never an honest word Bm Em That was when I ruled the world [Interlude] C D G Em C D G Em [Verse 3] Em C D It was the wicked and wild wind G Em Blew down the doors to let me in. C D Shattered windows and the sound of drums G Em People couldn't believe what I'd become Em C D Revolutionaries wait G Em For my head on a silver plate C D Just a puppet on a lonely string G Em Oh who would ever want to be king? [Chorus] C D I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing G Em Roman Cavalry choirs are singing C D Be my mirror, my sword, and shield G Em My missionaries in a foreign field C D For some reason I can't explain G Em I know Saint Peter won't call my name , C D never an honest word Bm Em But that was when I ruled the world [Interlude] C Em C Em C Em D D C D G Em x2 (Ohhhhh Ohhh Ohhh) [Chorus] C D I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing G Em Roman Cavalry choirs are singing C D Be my mirror, my sword, and shield G Em My missionaries in a foreign field C D For some reason I can't explain G Em I know Saint Peter won't call my name, C D never an honest word Bm Em But that was when I ruled the world [Outro] C D Bm Em Oooooh Oooooh Oooooh C D Bm Em Oooooh Oooooh Oooooh
ℹ️ About This Song
On the 25th May 2022, the song was released, produced by Rik Simpson, Brian Eno & Markus Dravs. The song is written by Will Champion, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman & Chris Martin. The song is on the G# major, to simplify the chords use a Capo on the 1st fret.
Track Info
- Song: Viva la Vida
- Artist: Coldplay
- Produced by Rik Simpson, Brian Eno & Markus Dravs
- Album: Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends
Chords Info
- Tuning: (EADGBE)
- Key: G#
- BPM: 138
- Capo: 1st fret
- Chords: G, Bm, C, D, Em
- Suggested Strumming: D D D DU U UD D
- D = Down Stroke, U = UpStroke, N.C = No Chords, * = single Down stroke
| Guitar Chords | Ukulele Chords |
|---|---|
| G – 320003 Bm – x24432 C – x32010 D – xx0232 Em – 022000 | G – 0232 Bm – 4222 C – 0003 D – 2220 Em – 0402 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is Viva La Vida in?
Viva La Vida is in the key of G#.
Recommended Gear
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What chords do I need for Viva La Vida?
You need G, Bm, C, D, Em to play Viva La Vida by Coldplay.
Do I need a capo for Viva La Vida?
Yes, place a capo on the 1st fret to play Viva La Vida by Coldplay.
How hard is Viva La Vida to play on guitar?
Viva La Vida by Coldplay is rated Intermediate. It includes some barre chords or slash chords.