The Pretender original guitar chords by 
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Frequently asked questions
The original key of The Pretender by Foo Fighters is A minor.
The primary chords used in The Pretender are Am, Am/B, Am/C, D9/F#, F, D.
No capo is required for this song.
Yes, this version uses open chords like Am, Am/B, Am/C, D9/F#, 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 The Pretender is approximately 174 beats per minute.
You can easily change the key of The Pretender 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 Pretender. 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 Foo Fighters.
Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add The Pretender to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.
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