Question 1

What key is "When We Were Young" in?

Accepted Answer

"When We Were Young" by Adele is in the key of Eb major.

Question 2

What is the BPM of "When We Were Young"?

Accepted Answer

"When We Were Young" has a tempo of 139 BPM (upbeat).

Question 3

What chords are in "When We Were Young"?

Accepted Answer

The main chords in "When We Were Young" are: Eb, Ab, Bb, Gm, Fm7, Cm7.

Question 4

Is "When We Were Young" easy to play on guitar?

Accepted Answer

"When We Were Young" is a challenge for advanced players — it uses 6 chords including barre or complex shapes: Eb, Ab, Bb, Gm, Fm7, Cm7.

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