[Intro] Em G C Em G C Em G C Em G C [Verse] Em G C Feeling so low don't know how to say so Em G C Losing my halo the shame is a payload Em G C How could I let this go Em G C How could I let this go [Chorus] Em G C Are you the real thing or just a daydream Em G Feel like I'm fighting against the fight C of no solution Em G And could you save me when I'm C angry lonely scared Em G Could you become the place I run C my absolution Em G C Em G C My absolution [Verse 2] Em G C Crisis to crisis where nothing suffices Em G C But how can I fight this from inside my vices Em G C How could I let this go Em G C How could I let this go [Chorus 2] Em G C Are you the real thing or just a daydream Em G Feel like I'm fighting against the fight C of no solution Em G And could you save me when I'm C angry lonely scared Em G Could you become the place I run C my absolution [Bridge] D C G You're thΠ΅ war I'm fighting D C G You're the scar I'm hiding Em G You keep me up at night C D B/D# you keep mΠ΅ asking why asking why [Interlude] Em G C Em G C Em G C Em G C [Bridge 2] Em G Can't find the way can't find the way C can't find the way keep looking for it Em G Can't find the way can't find the way C can't find the way keep looking for it Em G Can't find the way can't find the way C can't find the way keep looking for it Em G Can't find the way can't find the way C can't find the way [Chorus 3] Em G C Are you the real thing or just a feeling Em G C A phantom limb imagined resolution Em G C And could you take me even when I'm at my worst Em G C Could you become the place I run my absolution Em G My absolution (Are you the real thing?) C (Or just a daydream?) Or just a daydream Em G 'Cause I'm fighting against the fight C of no solution Em G (And could you save me) And could you save me C cos I'm crazy lonely scared Em G Could you become the place I run C my absolution Em G C My absolution Em G C My absolution
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Q: What key is Absolution by Switchfoot in?
The song is in the key of A. With a capo on the 2nd fret, you play it using open chord shapes β Em, G, C, D, and B/D#.
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Q: What capo position is needed for Absolution?
Place your capo on the 2nd fret. This lets you use easier chord shapes like Em and G while sounding in the original key of A.
Q: Is Absolution difficult to play on guitar?
The song is rated Intermediate. Most of the chords (Em, G, C, D) are very beginner-friendly, but the fast 187 BPM tempo and the B/D# slash chord require a bit of practice.
Q: What is the suggested strumming pattern?
The suggested strumming pattern is a consistent D D DUDU. Because the tempo is fast (187 BPM), keep your strumming hand relaxed.
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βAbsolutionβ by Switchfoot is an emotional and driving track. The song is in the key of A β placing a capo on the 2nd fret lets you play it with comfortable open chord shapes like Em, G, C, D, and B/D#. With its energetic 187 BPM tempo and a consistent suggested strumming pattern of D D DUDU, itβs a great song for practicing rhythmic consistency and smooth chord transitions.
Track Info
- Song: Absolution
- Artist: Switchfoot
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Key: A
- Capo: 2nd Fret
- BPM: 187
- Suggested Strumming: D D DUDU
- Chords: Em, G, C, D, B/D#
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Difficulty
This song is rated Intermediate. The open chords like Em, G, C, and D are very beginner-friendly, but the fast 187 BPM tempo requires a steady strumming hand. Additionally, the B/D# chord in the bridge introduces a bit of a stretch and variation that takes it just beyond the absolute beginner level. Practice the bridge section slowly before speeding it up.