Question 1

What key is "Emily" in?

Accepted Answer

"Emily" by Joanna Newsom is in the key of F# minor.

Question 2

What is the BPM of "Emily"?

Accepted Answer

"Emily" has a tempo of 119 BPM (moderate).

Question 3

What chords are in "Emily"?

Accepted Answer

The main chords in "Emily" are: B, F#, Abm7, C#, Ebm, Bbm7b5.

Question 4

Is "Emily" easy to play on guitar?

Accepted Answer

"Emily" is a challenge for advanced players — it uses 6 chords including barre or complex shapes: B, F#, Abm7, C#, Ebm, Bbm7b5.