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Awkward Backward

Twin Shadow

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Awkward Backward by Twin Shadow in the key of C

Level: Advanced Decade: 2020s Genre: Indie / Alternative Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Chill / Relaxed View Lyrics Youtube 
Album: Cadet (2025)
Key: D Major
Tempo: ~147 Bpm (4/4; Also Feels Like A Half-Time ~74)
Tuning : Standard (C F A# D# G C)
Capo: none

Strumming: Steady Driving Eighths, Palm-Muted In The Verses, Open Up
In The Choruses. Main Loop Is D - Bm - G - D, Two Bars Each.
Synths Ring A Dmaj7 / Gmaj7 Color Throughout, So Dmaj7 And Gmaj7
Also Work In Place Of D And G.

Intro
A#   A#   Gm   Gm   D#   D#   A#   A#

Verse 1
A#Maybe I'm Lost In A Forest
GmMaybe I'm Lost On This Lsd
D#Now YA#ou Are The Color Of Courage
The One That I FCall In Emergency
A#I Can't Tell Awkward From Backwards
GmI Could Make Mountains From Jealousy
D#Holding Us Up, Sunlight
A#Making You Leave

Interlude
A#   A#   Gm   Gm   D#   D#   A#   A#
A#   A#   Gm   Gm   D#   D#   A#

Chorus
Maybe ThisA# Time
My GmHeart's Too Hard To Find
I D#Got Home From The RA#aces
There Was Nothing Left In Sight
FMaybe You're A#Right (Huh?)
Your GmHeart's Too Good For Mine
And D#I Should Really Leave Instead Of TA#rying To Fit InsiFde
Maybe It's A#Time

Instrumental
A#   Gm   Gm   D#   D#   A#   A#

Verse 2
A#What If I Don't Know Your Story
GmMaybe You Left Out The Gory Parts
D#I Know How To Draw Out Your SA#adness
FYou Know How To Drive Me To A#Madness

Pre-Chorus
A#Harmonies Fall When You Call Out My Name
GmLight Up The Night As You Pull Down The Rain
D#I'll Be The One To Collect All The PFain

Chorus
F#Maybe ThisA# Time
My GmHeart's Too Hard To Find
I D#Got Home From The RA#aces
There Was Nothing Left In Sight
FMaybe You're A#Right (Huh?)
Your GmHeart's Too Good For Mine
And D#I Should Really Leave Instead Of TA#rying To Fit InsiFde
Maybe It's A#Time

Instrumental
A#   Gm   Gm   D#   D#   A#   A#
A#   A#   Gm   Gm   D#   D#   A#   A#
A#   A#   Gm/A#   Gm/A#   D#/A#   D#/A#

Breakdown
A#(BassA# HoldA#s A DA# PedaA#l; DmA#aj7 CA#olor)D#     A#     A#     A#     A#​

Outro
GmEven With My Heart Back
D#Even If My Heart Backs Down
A#You Don't Wanna Talk Like That To Me Now
GmEven With My Heart Stacked
D#Even When I'm Passing Out
A#You Don't Wanna Fall Asleep With Me Now

GmEven With My Heart Back
D#Even If My Heart Backs Down
A#You Don't Wanna Talk Like That To Me Now
GmEven With My Heart Stacked
D#Even When I'm Passing Out
A#You Don't Wanna Fall Asleep With Me Now

Gm   Gm   D#   D#   A#   A#   A#
Also available in: E (Original) D G A

FAQ

What are the chords for Awkward Backward?

The chords for Awkward Backward are: C, F, A#, D#, G, Gm, F#, Gm/A#, D#/A#

What is the original key of Awkward Backward?

The original key is E.

What is the difficulty of playing Awkward Backward?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Awkward Backward in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Awkward Backward be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Awkward Backward on ukulele?

Chord Awkward Backward can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Awkward Backward?

Awkward Backward uses 9 chords: C, F, A#, D#, G, Gm, F#, Gm/A#, D#/A#

What is the easiest way to play Awkward Backward?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Awkward Backward released in?

Awkward Backward was released in the 2020s. See more 2020s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Awkward Backward?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Awkward Backward to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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