Maps by Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Key: G · 117 BPM · 4/4
Maps by Yeah Yeah Yeahs is written in G major. Its chords cycle through the I-IV-V progression — classic resolving progression (1-4-5), played as a V-I-IV rotation: D-G-C. At 117 BPM, it moves at a moderate, driving pace.
The progression
This song follows the I-IV-V progression (Classic resolving progression (1-4-5)), played as a V-I-IV rotation in G major. Chords are automatically detected — if something looks off, let us know.
Play it in other keys
| Capo | Shape key | Chords to play |
|---|---|---|
| No capo | G | D-G-C |
| Capo 3 | E | B-E-A |
| Capo 5 | D | A-D-G |
| Capo 7 | C | G-C-F |
Chord chart
- 0:43 D
- 0:58 G
- 1:14 C
- 1:16 G
- 1:18 Em
- 1:20 G
- 1:22 C
- 1:24 G
- 1:26 D
- 1:28 G
- 1:54 C
- 1:56 G
- 1:58 Em
- 2:00 G
- 2:02 C
- 2:04 G
- 2:10 C
- 2:12 G
- 2:14 Em
- 2:16 G
- 2:18 C
- 2:20 G
- 2:22 D
- 2:24 G
- 2:58 C
- 3:00 G
- 3:02 Em
- 3:04 G
- 3:14 C
- 3:16 G
- 3:18 Em
- 3:20 G
- 3:22 C
- 3:24 G
Frequently asked questions
What key is Maps in?
Maps is in G major.
What chords does Maps use?
The core of Maps cycles through D, G, C (3 chords).
What is the tempo of Maps?
Maps runs at 117 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chord progression does Maps use?
Maps follows the I-IV-V progression, played as a V-I-IV rotation. It's a classic resolving progression (1-4-5).
What capo should I use for Maps?
No capo needed — G major already sits in standard open-chord shapes.