Beat It

Chords4.988 votes
15
Original
Guitar Tablature
1/74
Sound:
123456789101112131415eBGDAEOOOOOO1234
Step 1 / 74Position: 5
1 index2 middle3 ring4 pinkyO open
Fall Out Boy
Beat It
Infinity On High Deluxe Edition
2008 Island Reocrds
Submitted by: paramore_fans@yahoo.com

Key: F

Tuning: Standard EADGBe

Chords used:
Dm - xx0231 or x577xx
C -  x32010 or x355xx
Bb - x13331 or x133xx


[Intro]

Part 1:
Guitar feedback, Drumbeats x4 then Dm Palm mute

Guitar Feedback    Dm Palm mute
e|-0------------|-----------------|
B|-0------------|-----------------|
G|-0------------|-7-7---7--7-7--7-|
D|-0------------|-x-x---x--x-x--x-|
A|-0------------|-5-5---5--5-5--5-|
E|-0------------|-----------------|


Guitar 1: Dm--C x4

Guitar 2:
      Dm            C           Dm            C
e|------------|-----------|------------|-------------|
B|------------|-----------|------------|-------------|
G|------------|-----------|------------|---------5-5-|
D|-0----0-3-0-|-2--0------|-0----0-3-0-|-2--0----5-5-| x2
A|----0-------|------3--3-|----0-------|------3--3-3-|
E|------------|-----------|------------|-------------|


[Verse 1]

Dm
They told him Don't you
     C
ever come around here
      Dm
Don't wanna see your face
           C
You better disappear?
    Bb
The fires in their eyes and
      C
their words are really clear
   Dm           C
So beat it Just beat it
Dm
You better run
           C
You better do what you can
      Dm
Don't wanna see no blood
           C
Don't be a macho man
    Bb
You wanna though
       C
Better do what you can
   Dm
So beat it
        C
But you wanna be bad


Guitar 2: in "You better run" palm muted
e|-1-------1-------0-------0-------|
B|---3-1-3---3-1-3---3-1-3---3-1-3-|
G|---------------------------------|
D|---------------------------------| x4
A|---------------------------------|
E|---------------------------------|


[Chorus 1]
 Do Intro Part 2 for Guitar 2
     Dm
Just beat (beat it)
C
Beat it (Beat it)
Dm                   C
No one wants to be defeated
Dm
Showing how funky and
 C
strong is your fight
Dm
It doesn't matter
C
who's wrong or right
     Dm
Just beat it
     C
Just beat it
     Dm
Just beat it
     C
Just beat it


[Verse 2]

Dm
They're out to get you
       C
Better leave while you can
      Dm
Don't wanna be a boy
          C
You wanna be a man
    Bb
You wanna stay alive
       C
Better do what you can
   Dm           C
So beat it Just beat it
Dm
You have to show them
            C
that you're really not scared
       Dm
You're playing with your life
              C
This ain't no truth or dare
        Bb
They'll kick you then they beat you
     C
then they'll tell you its fair
   Dm
So beat it
        C
But you wanna be bad


Guitar 2: in "You have to show them" palm muted
e|-1-------1-------0-------0-------|
B|---3-1-3---3-1-3---3-1-3---3-1-3-|
G|---------------------------------|
D|---------------------------------| x4
A|---------------------------------|
E|---------------------------------|


(Repeat Chorus)


[Bridge]

Part 1:

Guitar 1: Dm Palm mute while singing "beat it beat"

Guitar 2: b means bend
e|-----------------------|
B|---1--1h3b-----1--1h3b-|
G|-----------------------|
D|-0----------0----------| x4
A|-----------------------|
E|-----------------------|


Part 2: John Mayer Solo, Do Verse Chords


[Chorus 2] Do Intro Part 2 for Guitar 2
     Dm
Just beat (beat it)
C
Beat it (Beat it)
Dm                   C
No one wants to be defeated
Dm
Showing how funky and
 C
strong is your fight
Dm
It doesn't matter
C
who's wrong or right
(Repeat)
     Dm
Just beat it
     C
Just beat it
     Dm
Just beat it
     C
Just beat it

Beat It chords and lyrics

Free chords for Beat It by Fall Out Boy. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

Fall Out Boy
Beat It
Infinity On High Deluxe Edition
2008 Island Reocrds
Submitted by: paramore_fans@yahoo.com
Key: F
Tuning: Standard EADGBe
Chords used:
Dm - xx0231 or x577xx
C -  x32010 or x355xx
Bb - x13331 or x133xx
[Intro]
Part 1:
Guitar feedback, Drumbeats x4 then Dm Palm mute
Guitar 1: Dm--C x4
[Verse 1]
[Chorus 1]
 Do Intro Part 2 for Guitar 2
[Verse 2]
(Repeat Chorus)
[Bridge]
Part 1:
Guitar 1: Dm Palm mute while singing "beat it beat"
Part 2: John Mayer Solo, Do Verse Chords
[Chorus 2] Do Intro Part 2 for Guitar 2
(Repeat)

Beat It Chords by Fall Out Boy

Learn how to play Beat It by Fall Out Boy with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Beat It chords”, “Beat It guitar chords”, or “Fall Out Boy Beat It 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 Beat It chords and for experienced players who want accurate Beat It lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include F, Dm, C, Bb, B, G.

Frequently asked questions about Beat It

How do I play "Beat It" by Fall Out Boy on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Beat It" by Fall Out Boy 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 "Beat It" by Fall Out Boy free?

Yes. The chords for "Beat It" by Fall Out Boy are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Beat It" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "Beat It"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Beat It" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Beat It" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Beat It" by Fall Out Boy with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Fall Out Boy below.

What key is "Beat It" in?

The chords for "Beat It" show the original chord names (including F, Dm, C, Bb, B, G). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.

Beat It Chords · Fall Out Boy