Learn to Play "Pink Bullets" by The Shins on the Guitar

In this lesson, we'll learn how to play Pink Bullets by The Shins on the guitar. This is a great opportunity for you to learn a new song and practice working out the chord progression on your own!

First off, let's talk about The Shins. If you haven't heard of them before, you're in for a treat. They're a fantastic band that I've recently discovered, and I think they're particularly amazing. Their song, Pink Bullets, is a beautiful tune that will surely make a great addition to your guitar repertoire.

Getting Started

Before you start playing, you'll need a capo. For this song, the capo is placed on the third fret. With the capo in place, you're ready to dive into the song's chords. In no particular order, we have D, A, E minor, G, C, and F. Here's a little extra hint: the song starts on an E minor.

Now, this is where it gets fun. Print out the lyrics and try to figure out the order of the chords by yourself. It's a great exercise to help you develop your musical intuition. Don't worry if you get stuck or unsure; you can always check back here for the answers. Don't read any further if you want to give this exercise a try.

Learning the Chord Progression

The song starts with an intro using the E minor chord. The main riff for the verse is also E minor. The chorus then uses the progression G, E minor, G, D, G, D, G, D. The bridge changes things a bit with a progression of C, E minor, G, C, and F.

That's pretty much the whole tune. Of course, the song has some additional details and variations, but I'll leave those for you to discover as you get more comfortable with the basic structure.

Some Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoy this journey of learning Pink Bullets as much as I enjoyed creating this lesson for you. Remember, it's not just about learning the chords. It's about understanding the song and making it your own.

👉Don't forget to check out The Shins' album "Chutes Too Narrow"; it's a fantastic listen.

I can't wait to see how you progress with this song. So go ahead, grab your guitar, watch the video, and let's start strumming!

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