Summertime Sadness by Lana Del Rey is a cinematic indie-pop ballad known for its hypnotic, melancholic chord loop. With Capo on the 4th fret, the progression — F, Am, G, Dm — repeats with mesmerizing consistency throughout the song, making it accessible for intermediate players while being richly atmospheric.
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Guitar & Piano Playing Tips
The F–Am–G–Dm loop is the entire harmonic foundation of Summertime Sadness — and it works because of its emotional weight, not complexity. The bridge introduces Em and Gsus4 for a brief shift. On guitar, practice a slow, deliberate strumming pattern with slightly muted strings to get that dreamy, languid feel. On piano, sustain the chords and add a slow arpeggiated right hand for a vintage, cinematic texture.
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