Closer to the Heart by Rush

Key: D · 144 BPM · 4/4

Closer to the Heart by Rush is written in D major. Its chords cycle through the I-V-IV progression — common turnaround / bluesy resolution: D-A-G. At 144 BPM, it moves at a brisk, upbeat pace.

The progression

This song follows the I-V-IV progression (Common turnaround / bluesy resolution) in D major. Chords are automatically detected — if something looks off, let us know.

Learn more about the I-V-IV progression

Play it in other keys

CapoShape keyChords to play
No capoDD-A-G
Capo 2CC-G-F
Capo 5AA-E-D
Capo 7GG-D-C

Chord chart

  • 0:08 A
  • 0:17 Em
  • 0:19 D
  • 0:22 A
  • 0:40 G
  • 0:42 D
  • 0:44 G
  • 0:46 A
  • 0:48 G
  • 0:50 D
  • 0:51 A
  • 0:54 G
  • 0:58 D
  • 1:02 G
  • 1:05 D
  • 1:10 A
  • 1:12 G
  • 1:14 D
  • 1:15 A
  • 1:18 G
  • 1:21 A
  • 1:22 G
  • 1:25 A
  • 1:25 G
  • 1:27 D
  • 1:29 G
  • 1:31 D
  • 1:33 G
  • 1:34 C
  • 1:36 D
  • 1:39 G
  • 1:44 D
  • 1:46 G
  • 1:47 C
  • 1:51 D
  • 1:52 G
  • 1:56 A
  • 2:16 G
  • 2:19 A
  • 2:22 G
  • 2:31 D
  • 2:32 G
  • 2:34 D
  • 2:35 G
  • 2:38 D
  • 2:39 G
  • 2:41 D
  • 2:42 G
  • 2:44 D
  • 2:45 A
  • 2:46 D
  • 2:49 G
  • 2:50 D

Frequently asked questions

What key is Closer to the Heart in?

Closer to the Heart is in D major.

What chords does Closer to the Heart use?

The core of Closer to the Heart cycles through D, A, G (3 chords).

What is the tempo of Closer to the Heart?

Closer to the Heart runs at 144 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chord progression does Closer to the Heart use?

Closer to the Heart follows the I-V-IV progression. It's a common turnaround / bluesy resolution.

What capo should I use for Closer to the Heart?

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

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