[Intro] Dm C/E Dm Am [Verse 1] Dm I've given my life C I suffered and sacri- Dm ficed to find That fear is only fatal 'til it's C alchemized To heal is to repurpose A# Take the stage and siphon Am all the power from the pain Dm I turned my struggles into my strength C If the answer is in the unknown C/E Would you question A# the path you take? A If the past didn't hurt to let go A7 Would your future be yours to reclaim? [Pre-Chorus] Dm Oh, let the warm wind G blow Dm And may you never know G where the good times go [Chorus] N.C. Dm You'll never know yourself C 'til you walk alone C/E With blind faith A# and broken bones So follow the light in A your heart and A7 Dm be not afraid of the dark [Verse 2] C/E Dm Will you follow me to where love met destruction? C Doubt only dies C/E if you keep pouring trust in A# Fight or surrender your dreams A7 'Cause it's give up or give everything [Chorus] N.C. Dm You'll never know yourself C 'til you walk alone C/E With blind faith A# and broken bones So carry the torch in A your heart A7 Dm and be not afraid of the dark C How much are you willing to bleed C/E To suffer A# for what you believe? We can't see the end A from the start A7 Dm so don't be afraid of the dark C C/E Dm And walk with me [Bridge] Dm C/E Dm Am Dm From the ashes I was reborn free C/E And from the grave I was N.C. rebuilt by what broke me Dm C/E Rebuilt by what broke me Dm [Verse 3] Dm Am7 So tear me apart and you'll see N.C. Dm You'll see the spine, the heart, the blood on the dirt C You'll feel the pain, the rage C/E that feeds on the hurt Dm On every scar is a badge of a lesson I've learned A7 That took me twenty fucking years to earn [Chorus] Dm And now I know C I don't have to do this alone C/E A# A creature that found a home When life drained the light A7 from my heart N.C. Dm you pulled me from the dark C I've given you everything C/E A lifeline A# in pieces of me We can't see the end A from the start A7 but I don't fear the [Outro] Dm Dark inside, with purpose and passion C Sweat and blood, from Stockholm to Scranton Dm Fight or fright, arise from the pages A7 Fear not the dark, if you mean it you'll make it Dm C/E Dm Am
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“Afraid Of The Dark” by Motionless In White is a powerful, high-energy rock song. The track is in the key of D#m — by putting a capo on the 1st fret, you can play it using open and standard chord shapes in the key of D minor, including Dm, C/E, Am, C, A#, A, A7, and Am7. With its driving 198 BPM tempo, maintaining rhythm and managing quick chord changes is key to matching the band’s intense energy.
Track Info
- Song: Afraid Of The Dark
- Artist: Motionless In White
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Key: D#m
- Capo: 1st Fret
- BPM: 198
- Chords: Dm, C/E, Am, C, A#, A, A7, Am7
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Playing Tips
- Capo on the 1st fret: Required to play along with the original recording in the key of D#m using simpler Dm shapes.
- Slash Chord (C/E): Play a C major chord but make sure the open low E string rings out as the bass note. This helps create a smooth ascending bassline.
- Tempo and Rhythm: At 198 BPM, the song has a very fast, driving pulse. Use tight, controlled down-strums or a fast driving rock pattern to hold the rhythm steady.
- N.C. (No Chord): Pay attention to the N.C. sections in the choruses and bridge. Muting the strings on these beats creates a dramatic pause that highlights the vocals.
Difficulty
This song is rated Intermediate. The chords themselves are standard open and barre shapes, but the fast 198 BPM tempo and quick transitions (particularly involving the C/E and A# shapes) present a challenge. Beginners might want to start slow before bringing it up to full speed.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White in?
Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White is in the key of D#m.
What chords do I need for Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White?
You need Dm, C/E, Am, C, A#, A, A7, Am7 to play Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White.
Do I need a capo for Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White?
Yes, place a capo on the 1st Fret to play Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White.
How hard is Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White to play on guitar?
Afraid Of The Dark Chords – Motionless In White is rated Intermediate. It includes some barre chords or slash chords.