Chandelier by Sia
Key: C# · 86 BPM · 4/4
Chandelier by Sia is written in C# major. Its chords cycle through the I-IV-V progression — classic resolving progression (1-4-5), played as a IV-V-I rotation: F#-G#-C#. At 86 BPM, it moves at a relaxed, mid-tempo pace.
The progression
This song follows the I-IV-V progression (Classic resolving progression (1-4-5)), played as a IV-V-I rotation in C# 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 | C | F-G-C |
| Capo 4 | A | D-E-A |
| Capo 6 | G | C-D-G |
Chord chart
- 0:22 A#m
- 0:33 F#
- 0:36 A#m
- 0:38 G#
- 0:44 F#
- 0:47 G#
- 0:49 C#
- 0:52 F#
- 0:58 G#
- 1:00 Fm
- 1:03 F#
- 1:09 G#
- 1:11 C#
- 1:14 F#
- 1:20 G#
- 1:23 Fm
- 1:25 F#
- 1:31 G#
- 1:34 C#
- 1:36 F#
- 1:42 G#
- 1:45 C#
- 1:47 F#
- 1:56 G#
- 1:58 F#
- 2:04 A#m7
- 2:07 G#
- 2:12 F#
- 2:15 G#
- 2:18 C#
- 2:20 F#
- 2:26 G#
- 2:29 C#
- 2:31 F#
- 2:37 G#
- 2:40 C#
- 2:43 F#
- 2:48 G#
- 2:51 C#
- 2:54 F#
- 2:59 G#
- 3:02 C#
- 3:05 F#
- 3:10 G#
- 3:13 C#
- 3:16 F#
- 3:21 G#
- 3:24 C#
- 3:27 F#
- 3:32 G#
- 3:35 C#
- 3:38 F#
- 3:42 G#
Frequently asked questions
What key is Chandelier in?
Chandelier is in C# major.
What chords does Chandelier use?
The core of Chandelier cycles through F#, G#, C# (3 chords).
What is the tempo of Chandelier?
Chandelier runs at 86 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chord progression does Chandelier use?
Chandelier follows the I-IV-V progression, played as a IV-V-I rotation. It's a classic resolving progression (1-4-5).
What capo should I use for Chandelier?
Capo 1 and play C major shapes — that gets you open chords instead of barring in C# major.