Question 1

What key is "Riptide" in?

Accepted Answer

"Riptide" by Vance Joy is in the key of D major.

Question 2

What is the BPM of "Riptide"?

Accepted Answer

"Riptide" has a tempo of 159 BPM (fast).

Question 3

What chords are in "Riptide"?

Accepted Answer

The main chords in "Riptide" are: A, Bm, D, Cmaj7, Bbmaj7, C#m7b5, Ab7, G.

Question 4

Is "Riptide" easy to play on guitar?

Accepted Answer

"Riptide" is a challenge for advanced players — it uses 8 chords including barre or complex shapes: A, Bm, D, Cmaj7, Bbmaj7, C#m7b5, Ab7, G.

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