Question 1

What key is "I Won't Back Down" in?

Accepted Answer

"I Won't Back Down" by Tom Petty is in the key of Ab major.

Question 2

What is the BPM of "I Won't Back Down"?

Accepted Answer

"I Won't Back Down" has a tempo of 122 BPM (upbeat).

Question 3

What chords are in "I Won't Back Down"?

Accepted Answer

The main chords in "I Won't Back Down" are: G, D, Eb7, C, Em, A, F#maj7, C#maj7 and 3 more.

Question 4

Is "I Won't Back Down" easy to play on guitar?

Accepted Answer

"I Won't Back Down" is a challenge for advanced players — it uses 11 chords including barre or complex shapes: G, D, Eb7, C, Em, A, F#maj7, C#maj7 and 3 more.

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