Now playing

Dont Be Afraid

Chords

4.63 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

F#minor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

1/43

Tempo 80 BPMVol

Sound:

Position

Step 1 / 43Position: 4

1 index2 middle3 ring4 pinkyO openSpace = play/pause

1. Use barre chords (root on the E string) with a ska/reggae rhythm.
2. E should be played as a C-shaped barre chord (root on the A string).
3. These lyrics and chords/tab are only how I interpreted the song, so feel free to 
[VERSE 1]
AI took your pictures down and C#off the wall today
AEvery time I look at them I C#think of yesterday
And I'm Dsorry Dmbut it's time I pack our life Aaway
[VERSE 2]
AI thought about you when I C#made the bed today
AThe left pillow untouched where C#your head used to lay
Don't be Dsorry, Dmthings will be better off this Away
[CHORUS]
ADon't C#be aDfraid to Dmsay how it is
ADon't C#be aDshamed of Dmcrushing my dreams
AThough I C#feel Dbetrayed, I'm so Dmglad I met Ayou
C#Oh, oh, Doh... Dm(etc.)
[QUICK SAX/ORGAN RIFF]
A[VERSE C#3]D  Dm  
AThis is the hardest thing I've C#had to just accept
AAlcohol and cigarettes have C#filled the void you've left
And I'm Dhungry Dmbut I think I'll stay in bed Atoday
[CHORUS]
ADon't C#be aDfraid to Dmsay how it is
ADon't C#be aDshamed of Dmcrushing my dreams
AThough I C#feel Dbetrayed, I'm so Dmglad I met Ayou
C#Oh, oh, Doh... Dm(etc.)
[BRIDGE]
DI still remember the Dmfirst time I saw you
We Amet because the C#Cake show was DlateDm  
DAnd you looked so Dmbeautiful
AI had to come and ask your Ename
I had to come and ask your Aname
[SOLO]
E|--A---------------------C#--------------------------|--A---------------------C#-------------|
B|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|
G|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|
D|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|
A|--------4--7--4--7--4--8--4-----4v--/7--4--------|--------4--7--4--7--4--8--4-----4v--|
E|--5--7-----------------------7-------------7--5--|--5--7-----------------------7------|
E|--D---------------------------|--Dm---------------------------A---|
B|-----------------------------|--------------------------------|
G|-----------------------------|--------------------------------|
D|-------------9h10--9------9--|------------9h10--9------9------|
A|--/9--12--9-----------12-----|--8--12--8-----------12-----\7--|
E|-----------------------------|--------------------------------|
[CHORUS]
ADon't C#be aDfraid to Dmsay how it is
ADon't C#be aDshamed of Dmcrushing my dreams
AThough I C#feel Dbetrayed, I'm so Dmglad I met Ayou
C#Oh, oh, Doh... Dm(etc.)
[OUTRO]
AI never thought this was the C#way that this would end
AKeep pinching myself hoping C#this was just a dream
Hope life gets Dbetter... DmI will be rid of you someAday

All chords in this song (5)

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Dont Be Afraid

by The Supervillains

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

1. Use barre chords (root on the E string) with a ska/reggae rhythm.

2. E should be played as a C-shaped barre chord (root on the A string).

3. These lyrics and chords/tab are only how I interpreted the song, so feel free to

[VERSE 1]

A C#

I took your pictures down and off the wall today

A C#

Every time I look at them I think of yesterday

D Dm A

And I'm sorry but it's time I pack our life away

[VERSE 2]

A C#

I thought about you when I made the bed today

A C#

The left pillow untouched where your head used to lay

D Dm A

Don't be sorry, things will be better off this way

[CHORUS]

A C# D Dm

Don't be afraid to say how it is

A C# D Dm

Don't be ashamed of crushing my dreams

A C# D Dm A

Though I feel betrayed, I'm so glad I met you

C# D Dm

Oh, oh, oh... (etc.)

[QUICK SAX/ORGAN RIFF]

A C# D Dm

[VERSE 3]

A C#

This is the hardest thing I've had to just accept

A C#

Alcohol and cigarettes have filled the void you've left

D Dm A

And I'm hungry but I think I'll stay in bed today

[CHORUS]

A C# D Dm

Don't be afraid to say how it is

A C# D Dm

Don't be ashamed of crushing my dreams

A C# D Dm A

Though I feel betrayed, I'm so glad I met you

C# D Dm

Oh, oh, oh... (etc.)

[BRIDGE]

D Dm

I still remember the first time I saw you

A C# D Dm

We met because the Cake show was late

D Dm

And you looked so beautiful

A E

I had to come and ask your name

[SOLO]

A C# A C#

E|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|

B|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|

G|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|

D|-------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|

A|--------4--7--4--7--4--8--4-----4v--/7--4--------|--------4--7--4--7--4--8--4-----4v--|

E|--5--7-----------------------7-------------7--5--|--5--7-----------------------7------|

D Dm A

E|-----------------------------|--------------------------------|

B|-----------------------------|--------------------------------|

G|-----------------------------|--------------------------------|

D|-------------9h10--9------9--|------------9h10--9------9------|

A|--/9--12--9-----------12-----|--8--12--8-----------12-----\7--|

E|-----------------------------|--------------------------------|

[CHORUS]

A C# D Dm

Don't be afraid to say how it is

A C# D Dm

Don't be ashamed of crushing my dreams

A C# D Dm A

Though I feel betrayed, I'm so glad I met you

C# D Dm

Oh, oh, oh... (etc.)

[OUTRO]

A C#

I never thought this was the way that this would end

A C#

Keep pinching myself hoping this was just a dream

D Dm A

Hope life gets better... I will be rid of you someday

About Dont Be Afraid Chords by The Supervillains

Learn how to play Dont Be Afraid by The Supervillains with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Dont Be Afraid chords”, “Dont Be Afraid guitar chords”, or “The Supervillains Dont Be Afraid chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Dont Be Afraid chords and for experienced players who want accurate Dont Be Afraid lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include E, C, A, C#, D, Dm.

FAQ — Dont Be Afraid by The Supervillains

How do I play "Dont Be Afraid" by The Supervillains on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Dont Be Afraid" by The Supervillains on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Dont Be Afraid" by The Supervillains free?

Yes. The chords for "Dont Be Afraid" by The Supervillains are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Dont Be Afraid" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Dont Be Afraid" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Dont Be Afraid"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Dont Be Afraid" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Dont Be Afraid" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Dont Be Afraid" by The Supervillains with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by The Supervillains below.

What key is "Dont Be Afraid" in?

The chords for "Dont Be Afraid" show the original chord names (including E, C, A, C#, D, Dm). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.