Crosscut Saw by Albert King
Key: G# · 123 BPM · 4/4
Crosscut Saw by Albert King is written in Ab major. Its chords cycle through the I-IV-I-V progression — plagal + authentic mix: Ab-Db-Ab-Eb. At 123 BPM, it moves at a moderate, driving pace.
The progression
This song follows the I-IV-I-V progression (Plagal + authentic mix) in Ab major. Chords are automatically detected — if something looks off, let us know.
Play it in other keys
| Capo | Shape key | Chords to play |
|---|---|---|
| Capo 1 | G | G-C-D |
| Capo 4 | E | E-A-B |
| Capo 6 | D | D-G-A |
Chord chart
- 0:00 Ab7
- 0:09 Db7
- 0:12 Ab7
- 0:18 Db7
- 0:20 Ab7
- 0:32 Db7
- 0:36 Ab7
- 0:40 Eb7
- 0:42 Db7
- 0:43 Ab7
- 0:55 Db7
- 0:59 Ab7
- 1:03 Eb7
- 1:05 Db7
- 1:06 Ab7
- 1:19 Db7
- 1:22 Ab7
- 1:26 Eb7
- 1:28 Ab7
- 1:42 Db7
- 1:46 Ab7
- 1:50 Eb7
- 1:52 Db7
- 1:54 Ab7
- 2:06 Db7
- 2:09 Ab7
- 2:13 Eb7
- 2:15 Db7
- 2:17 Ab7
Frequently asked questions
What key is Crosscut Saw in?
Crosscut Saw is in Ab major.
What chords does Crosscut Saw use?
The core of Crosscut Saw cycles through Ab, Db, Eb (3 chords).
What is the tempo of Crosscut Saw?
Crosscut Saw runs at 123 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chord progression does Crosscut Saw use?
Crosscut Saw follows the I-IV-I-V progression. It's a plagal + authentic mix.
What capo should I use for Crosscut Saw?
Capo 1 and play G major shapes — that gets you open chords instead of barring in Ab major.