Feels Like the First Time by Foreigner

Key: G · 108 BPM · 4/4

Feels Like the First Time by Foreigner is written in G major. Rather than one of the handful of progressions that show up again and again across pop and rock, it settles into its own 5-chord loop — G-F-G-F-G — repeating with its own internal logic instead of borrowing a familiar shape. At 108 BPM, it moves at a moderate, driving pace.

The progression

This song cycles a 5-chord progression in G major: G-F-G-F-G. Chords are automatically detected — if something looks off, let us know.

Play it in other keys

CapoShape keyChords to play
No capoGG-F
Capo 3EE-D
Capo 5DD-C
Capo 7CC-Bb

Chord chart

  • 0:00 G
  • 0:02 F
  • 0:07 G
  • 0:20 F
  • 0:24 G
  • 0:45 A
  • 0:58 Bm
  • 1:02 G
  • 1:05 F
  • 1:07 G
  • 1:14 F
  • 1:16 G
  • 1:38 A
  • 1:47 Bm
  • 1:56 Em
  • 1:59 G
  • 2:01 C
  • 2:05 Em
  • 2:08 D
  • 2:10 C
  • 2:13 Bm
  • 2:15 Em
  • 2:19 C
  • 2:23 Bm
  • 2:24 Em
  • 2:27 G
  • 2:29 C
  • 2:32 B
  • 2:34 C
  • 2:38 G
  • 2:40 F
  • 2:43 C
  • 2:44 G
  • 2:49 F
  • 2:54 G
  • 3:16 F
  • 3:21 G
  • 3:25 F
  • 3:29 G
  • 3:34 F
  • 3:36 G7

Frequently asked questions

What key is Feels Like the First Time in?

Feels Like the First Time is in G major.

What chords does Feels Like the First Time use?

The core of Feels Like the First Time cycles through G, F (2 chords).

What is the tempo of Feels Like the First Time?

Feels Like the First Time runs at 108 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chord progression does Feels Like the First Time use?

Feels Like the First Time doesn't follow one of the common named progressions — it cycles its own 5-chord loop: G-F-G-F-G.

What capo should I use for Feels Like the First Time?

No capo needed — G major already sits in standard open-chord shapes.

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