[Intro] D Em C D Em C [Verse] D Em C Faith lies in D Em C The ways of sin D Em C I chased the charmed D Em C But I don't want them anymore [Bridge] Em G D In their eyes, I was alive, A G a fool's disguise Em A Take me away from you [Verse] D Em C Shame my tongue D Em C Fat with promise all along D Em C When I woke up from that sleep D Em C I was happier than I'd ever been [Chorus] D Em C When you decide D Em C That your life is a prize D Em C Renew, revive D It's alright, honey, Em C it's alright, yeah [Post-Chorus] Em D Em G D Em Happiness will make you wonder C D Em Will I feel okay? G D Em It scares the disenchanted, far C D Em Away [Instrumental] G D A G Em A D C Bm [Verse] D C Bm Yeah, I want something new D But what am I supposed to do C Bm About you? D C Bm Yeah, I love you A G D It's true [Instrumental] D Em C [Chorus] D Em C Life's a bummer D Em C When you're a hummer D Em G Life's a drag, yeah, yeah [Part II] [Intro] A Amaj7 A7 D A Amaj7 A7 D G A Amaj7 A7 D G [Verse] A Ask yourself a question Amaj7 G D Anyone but me, I ain't free A Ask yourself a question Amaj7 G D Anyone but me, I ain't free Em G Do you feel Em D/F# G Love is real? [Outro] A Amaj7 A7 D A Amaj7 G D A Amaj7 G A Amaj7 G Em D/F# G D
Song Details
- Song: Hummer
- Artist: Tame Impala
Before Kevin Parker took over global airwaves with his polished, synth-heavy psychedelic pop, Tame Impala was a raw, fuzz-drenched studio project turning out hidden indie gems. Originally released on their self-titled 2008 debut EP, “Hummer” remains a fan favorite, perfectly capturing the gritty, lo-fi charm of the band’s early garage-rock era. Divided into two distinct, contrasting movements, the track blends a driving, rhythmic bass groove with spaced-out, nostalgic chord transitions that are an absolute blast to play.
If you are looking to master that early-2000s Australian psych-rock vibe on your guitar, you have come to the right place! Despite its multi-layered, wall-of-sound production, the core rhythm relies on straightforward open chords that players of all skill levels can easily pick up.
In this guide on Guitartwitt, we have broken down everything you need to jam along, including the standard tuning, chord progressions for both Part I and Part II, and the transition cues. Grab your guitar, turn up the fuzz pedal, and let’s dive into the official Hummer chords!
Chords Info
- Tunning: Standard(EADGBE)
- Chords: D, Em, C, G, A, Bm, Amaj7, A7
- Key: D
- Capo: NA
- BPM: 70
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is Hummer in?
Hummer is in the key of D.
What chords do I need for Hummer?
You need D, Em, C, G, A, Bm, Amaj7, A7 to play Hummer by Tame Impala.
Do I need a capo for Hummer?
Yes, place a capo on the NA to play Hummer by Tame Impala.
How hard is Hummer to play on guitar?
Hummer by Tame Impala is rated Intermediate. It includes some barre chords or slash chords.