Whats Going On chords by 
Rakim 
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Frequently asked questions
The original key of Whats Going On by Rakim is B minor.
The primary chords used in Whats Going On are Bm, D, A, Em, E.
To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.
Yes, this version uses open chords like Bm, D, A, Em, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.
The tempo of Whats Going On is approximately 98 beats per minute.
You can easily change the key of Whats Going On 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 Whats Going On. 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 Rakim.
Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Whats Going On to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.
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