Standard EADGBe tuning
Capo on 4th fret (all tabs and chords relative to capo)
This is the way the acoustic iTunes session version is done, also shown in this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsVFmCoykZ4
There's another version of this song up here but it didn't have the intro and violin bit, so here it is:
[Guitar 1 intro 1]
-Played five times
e|------3------5------7-----5-----|------3---h5-5------3-3---------|
B|--3h5----3h5----3h5-----3-------|--3h5----3h5-5--3h5-----5-------|
G|--------------------------------|--------------------------------|
D|--------------------------------|--------------------------------|
A|--------------------------------|--------------------------------|
E|--------------------------------|--------------------------------|
[Guitar 1 intro 2]
-Played twice after intro 1
e|------3------3------3------3------3-|
B|--3h5----3h5----3h5----3h5----3h5---|
G|------------------------------------|
D|------------------------------------|
A|------------------------------------|
E|------------------------------------|
[Guitar 2 (violin part)]
-Comes in at start of second intro 1, played four times
e|----------------------------------------------|
B|----------------------------------------------|
G|----------0---2h4----------0---2.2---0--------|
D|--2---2h4-----------0--0h2---2---------4-2----|
A|----------------------------------------------|
E|----------------------------------------------|
When intro 2 starts Guitar 2 can strum an Em chord until the verse starts.
Rest of song:
[Verse 1]
Em G D
I'm waking up to ash and dust
A Em
I wipe my brow and I sweat my rust
G D *
I'm breathing in the chemicals
Em G D A
I'm breaking in, shaping up, then checking out on the prison bus
Em G D
This is it, the apocalypse
A *
Whoa-oh
[Chorus]
Em G
I'm waking up, I feel it in my bones
D A
Enough to make my system blow
Em G
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
D A
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Em G D A
Whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
Em G D (one strum) A (one strum)
Whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
[Instrumental]
Em G D A (x2)
[Verse 2]
Em * G * D *
I raise my flags, don my clothes
A * Em *
It's a revolution, I suppose
G * D *
painted red to fit right in
A *
Whoa
Em G D A
I'm breaking in, shaping up, then checking out on the prison bus
Em G D
This is it, the apocalypse
A (one strum)
Whoa-oh
[Chorus]
Em G
I'm waking up, I feel it in my bones
D A
Enough to make my system blow
Em G
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
D A
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Em G D A
Whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
Em G D A
Whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
[Bridge]
Em G D A
All systems go, sun hasn't died
Em G D A
Deep in my bones, straight from inside
[Chorus]
Em G
I'm waking up, I feel it in my bones
D A
Enough to make my system blow
Em G
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
D A
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Em G D A
Whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
Em G D (one strum) A (one strum)
Whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
************************************
| h hammer-on
| . staccato strum/pluck
| * strum the chord down twice then mute with palm.
************************************Radioactive chords and lyrics
Free chords for Radioactive by Imagine Dragons. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.
Standard EADGBe tuning Capo on 4th fret (all tabs and chords relative to capo) This is the way the acoustic iTunes session version is done, also shown in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsVFmCoykZ4 There's another version of this song up here but it didn't have the intro and violin bit, so here it is: [Guitar 1 intro 1] -Played five times [Guitar 1 intro 2] -Played twice after intro 1 [Guitar 2 (violin part)] -Comes in at start of second intro 1, played four times When intro 2 starts Guitar 2 can strum an Em chord until the verse starts. Rest of song: [Verse 1] [Chorus] [Instrumental] Em G D A (x2) [Verse 2] [Chorus] [Bridge] [Chorus] ************************************ | h hammer-on | . staccato strum/pluck | * strum the chord down twice then mute with palm. ************************************
Radioactive Chords by Imagine Dragons
Learn how to play Radioactive by Imagine Dragons with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Radioactive chords”, “Radioactive guitar chords”, or “Imagine Dragons Radioactive 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 Radioactive chords and for experienced players who want accurate Radioactive lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include B, G, D, A, E, Em.
Frequently asked questions about Radioactive
How do I play "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragons on guitar?
Open the free chords for "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragons 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 "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragons free?
Yes. The chords for "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragons are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.
Can I transpose "Radioactive" to a different key?
Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Radioactive" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.
Can I see chord diagrams for "Radioactive"?
Yes. Tap any chord in "Radioactive" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.
Is "Radioactive" easy to play on guitar?
Many players learn "Radioactive" by Imagine Dragons with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Imagine Dragons below.
What key is "Radioactive" in?
The chords for "Radioactive" show the original chord names (including B, G, D, A, E, Em). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.