Devil's Backbone original guitar chords by 
The Civil Wars 
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Frequently asked questions
The original key of Devil's Backbone by The Civil Wars is A minor.
The primary chords used in Devil's Backbone are Am, Dm, E, D, Bm, C.
No capo is required for this song.
Yes, this version uses open chords like Am, Dm, E, D, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.
If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.
The tempo of Devil's Backbone is approximately 85 beats per minute.
You can easily change the key of Devil's Backbone using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.
Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Devil's Backbone. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.
Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with The Civil Wars.
Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Devil's Backbone to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.
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