So FarAway Chords Complete Guitar Guide

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A guide to playing “So Far Away” by Avenged Sevenfold on guitar, covering key (Em), standard tuning, the main chords (Em, G, D, Bm, C, Am), core chord progressions for intro and chorus, beginner strumming patterns, optional chord variations, difficulty level, and tips focused on playing with emotion and smooth transitions.

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chord so far away So FarAway Chords ‒ Complete Guitar Guide (Avenged Sevenfold) About the Song “So Far Away” by Avenged Sevenfold is one of the band’s most emotional songs, released on the album Nightmare (ØÖ×Ö) . The track is a tribute to their late drummer The Rev, and it features a softer, melodic rock style compared to their heavier songs—making it great for guitar players. Basic Chords (Standard Version) 􀂨 Key: Em 􀂨 Capo: Not required 􀂨 Tuning: Standard (optional Drop D for advanced players) Chords Used: • Em • G • D • Bm • C • Am 􀀷 These chords cover most of the song. Chord Progression 􀂥 Intro Em G D Em | 􀂥 Verse
Em Em
Never feared for anything G D Bm C
Never shamed but never free Em Em
A life that healed a broken heart G D Bm C
With all that it could | | --- | | 􀂥 Pre-Chorus Am Em/G
I tried to heal your broken heart D
With all that I could | 􀂥 Chorus Em G How do I live without the ones I love? Am Em/G Time still turns the pages of the book it's burned D Place and time always on my mind 􀀷 The chorus repeats with slight variations. Strumming Pattern Beginner Pattern: D D U U D U Alternative (Slower Feel): D D U U D U 􀀷 Keep it slow and emotional, matching the song’s mood. Optional Chord Variations To make your playing sound closer to the original: • Em/G • D/F\# • Add light picking between chords 􀀷 These are optional but improve realism. Difficulty Level • 􀂨 Beginner to Intermediate • Easier for rhythm playing • Intermediate for full arrangement (with picking & solo) Tips for Playing “So FarAway”✔ Focus on Emotion • This song is about loss and memory • Play softly and expressively | ✔ Practice Chord Changes
• Em → G
• Bm → C
• Am → Em/G | | --- | | ✔ Don’t Rush the Tempo
• Keep it s low and steady | | ✔ Use Light Strumming
• Avoid aggressive strumming (this isn’t a heavy metal section) | | Without Barre Chords (Beginner Option) If Bm is difficult, try:
• Replace Bm → BmÝ or D
􀀷 Makes it easier for beginners. | Why This Song is Popular for Guitar • 􀂥 Emotional and meaningful • 􀂨 Simple chord structure • 􀃮 Repeating patterns • 􀂔 Great for acoustic covers Quick Summary | Element | Details | | --- | --- | | Song | So Far Away | | Artist | Avenged Sevenfold | | Key | Em | | Capo | No | | Difficulty | Easy‒Intermediate | | Main Chords | Em, G, D, Bm, C, Am | Final Thoughts “So Far Away” is more than just a song—it’s a tribute filled with emotion, and that’s what makes it special to play. Even with simple chords, you can create a powerful performance by focusing on: • Feeling • Timing • Smooth transitions

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