Question 1

What key is "We Didn't Start the Fire" in?

Accepted Answer

"We Didn't Start the Fire" by Billy Joel is in the key of G major.

Question 2

What is the BPM of "We Didn't Start the Fire"?

Accepted Answer

"We Didn't Start the Fire" has a tempo of 141 BPM (upbeat).

Question 3

What chords are in "We Didn't Start the Fire"?

Accepted Answer

The main chords in "We Didn't Start the Fire" are: G, D, C6, Em7, A, Bm7.

Question 4

Is "We Didn't Start the Fire" easy to play on guitar?

Accepted Answer

"We Didn't Start the Fire" is a challenge for advanced players — it uses 6 chords including barre or complex shapes: G, D, C6, Em7, A, Bm7.