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Key: A major•
Intro 1
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D
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Verse 1
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I heard the thunder
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on the blue sky
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Perfect day, I wonder why
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D
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Am I the only one?

I heard the thunder and I feel
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I'm going under
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Jesus Christ was an only son
Verse 2
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D
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A day, a week,
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a month, a year
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A day, a week, a month, a year
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D
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Every second brings me here
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A day, a week, a month, a year
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A day, a week, a month, a year
Em
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Every second brings me here
Verse 3
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Waiting on the lightning
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Waiting on the lightning
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Waiting on the light

What will the light bring?
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Verse 4
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I heard the thunder and I
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thought it was the answer
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But I find I got the
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question wrong
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I was trying to run away
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But a voice told me to stay

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Verse 5
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A day, a week, a month, a year
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A day, a week, a month, a year
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Every second brings me here

A day, a week, a month, a year
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A day, a week, a month, a year
Em
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Every second brings me here
Verse 6
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Waiting on the lightning
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Waiting on the light
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What will the light bring?
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Waiting on the lightning
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Waiting on the lightning
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Waiting on the light
Outro 1

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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

Tuning:Standard Open Tuner
Chords

  • D

  • G

  • C

  • Em

Capo: 2

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

The original key of the lightning i ii by Arcade Fire is A major.

The primary chords used in the lightning i ii are E, A, D, F#m.

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.

Yes, this version uses open chords like E, A, D, F#m, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

The tempo of the lightning i ii is approximately 182 beats per minute.

You can easily change the key of the lightning i ii 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 the lightning i ii. 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 Arcade Fire.

Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add the lightning i ii to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for the lightning i ii by Arcade Fire on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.