Doesn't Have to Be That Way chords by 
Will Hoge 
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The original key of Doesn't Have to Be That Way by Will Hoge is B minor.
The primary chords used in Doesn't Have to Be That Way are Bm, A, E, B, D, G.
To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.
Yes, this version uses open chords like Bm, A, E, B, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.
The tempo of Doesn't Have to Be That Way is approximately 76 beats per minute.
You can easily change the key of Doesn't Have to Be That Way using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.
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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 Will Hoge.
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