[Intro] Am Fmaj7 Am Fmaj7 [Verse] Am G Know that I'll feel better Fmaj7 with the tap on Am G Something ‘bout the water Fmaj7 running down my side Am G Fmaj7 Am Fmaj7 Caterpillar hatching in my chest [Verse] Am G Fmaj7 Sinking in the sheets that cover my face Am G Fmaj7 Feeling like a child, abashment lives in me Am G Fmaj7 Caterpillar hatching in my chest Am G Fmaj7 Oh I hate it when I’m not at my best [Chorus] C Fmaj7 Is there something inside of me Am G Making me believe F That black is white C Fmaj7 Is this something I can’t defeat Am G Fmaj7 Maybe I should try and sleep tonight C Fmaj7 C Fmaj7 Sleep tonight [Verse] Am G Fmaj7 Tightly wrap around all of my edges Am G Fmaj7 Call me a crybaby, lighten the mood Am G Fmaj7 Running outta steam just like an engine Am G Fmaj7 Can you put me back on track [Chorus] C Fmaj7 Is there something inside of me Am G Making me believe F That black is white C Fmaj7 Is this something I can’t defeat Am G Fmaj7 Maybe I should try and sleep tonight C Fmaj7 C Fmaj7 Sleep tonight C Fmaj7 C Fmaj7 Sleep tonight [Bridge] G I don’t wanna feel like Fmaj7 I did yesterday Am G So I’ll play and Fmaj7 I’ll play and I’ll play Am C I don’t wanna feel like F I did yesterday Dm F Oh oh oh oh oh C I don’t wanna feel like Fmaj7 I did yesterday Am G So I’ll play and F I’ll play and I’ll play C I don’t wanna feel like Fmaj7 I did yesterday Dm F Oh oh oh oh oh [Outro] C Fmaj7 Is there something inside of me Am G Making me believe Fmaj7 That black is white C Is this something Fmaj7 I can’t defeat Am G Fmaj7 Maybe I should try and sleep tonight C Fmaj7 Sleep tonight C Fmaj7 Sleep tonight C Fmaj7 Sleep tonight Dm F Sleep tonight Dm F C Fmaj7 C Fmaj7 Sleep tonight
Caterpillar Chords by Florence Road
Written & produced by Dan Nigro & Ryan Linvill. The track was released on 23 April 2025.
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How beautifully the song has been crafted with the process of growing gradually in life, referring to the life of a caterpillar. The song delves into themes of emotional vulnerability, self-doubt, and the internal struggles that accompany personal growth. The recurring metaphor of a “caterpillar hatching in my chest” poignantly / painful represents the discomfort and transformation inherent in confronting one’s innermost feelings.
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard(E A D G B E)
- Key: D
- Capo: 2nd fret
- Chords: Am, Fmaj7, G, C, F, Dm
- BPM: 80
- Suggested Strumming:
- D= Down Stroke, U = Upstroke, N.C= No Chord
| Guitar Chords | Ukulele Chords |
| Am – x02210 Fmaj7 – xx3210 G – 320003 C – x32010 F – 133211 Dm – xx0231 | Am – 2000 Fmaj7 – 2410 G – 0232 C – 0003 F – 2010 Dm – 2210 |
Track Info
- Song: Caterpillar
- Artist: Florence Road
- Written by Dan Nigro & Ryan Linvill
- Produced by Dan Nigro & Ryan Linvill
- Release Date: 23 April 2025
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is Caterpillar in?
Caterpillar is in the key of D.
What chords do I need for Caterpillar?
You need Am, Fmaj7, G, C, F, Dm to play Caterpillar by Florence Road.
Do I need a capo for Caterpillar?
Yes, place a capo on the 2nd fret to play Caterpillar by Florence Road.
How hard is Caterpillar to play on guitar?
Caterpillar by Florence Road is rated Intermediate. It includes some barre chords or slash chords.