Out of the Woods is a driving synth-pop track from Taylor Swift's 1989 album. With a Capo on the 3rd fret, the song uses only four chords — A, E, F#m, and D — in a relentless, satisfying loop. This makes it one of the most beginner-friendly Taylor Swift songs on guitar.
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Guitar & Piano Playing Tips
The A–E–F#m–D loop is one of the most common pop progressions (I–V–vi–IV). Practice switching between these four shapes until the transitions feel automatic. On piano, try block chords in the left hand with a rolling arpeggio in the right — this closely mirrors the synth pads in the original track.
Whether you're practicing on guitar or piano, our online guitar classes and piano lessons at JBX Music cover these exact chord shapes and progressions for all skill levels.
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