Known By None chords
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[Verse 1]
D
When I was young I wanted
G
Everyone to know me
Em
But eventually I was keen to
A
Be known by one
F#
Love comes with pain, burns out, fades
Bm
And you’re lonely
G
Look around your life
A D
It’s clear that you’re known by none
[Verse 2]
D
Move in with someone you meet
G
When you’re drunk at a party
Em
Tell them your secrets
A
But leave out a couple of parts
F#
Fight, fuck, and cry
Bm
Now you wish you could die you’re so lonely
G
Look around your life
A D
It’s clear that you’re known by none
[Chorus 1]
Bm
And here we are
Em A
We’re sobered up and bored as hell
D F# G
You’re in love with someone else
Em A A#dim7
Someone I thought that I could be
Bm A G
And we had a real good run
Bm A
Now I got what I want
G A D
And I get to be known by none
[Verse 3]
D
When I was young
G
I wanted everyone to know me
Em
But eventually one day
A
I wake up alone on a couch
F#
Now you got the house and the dogs
Bm
And I just keep on running
G
Yeah I got what I want
A D
Now I get to be known by none
[Chorus 2]
Bm
Here we are
Em A
Sobered up and bored as hell
D F# G
You’re in love with someone else
Em A A#dim7
Someone I thought that I could be
Bm A G
And we had a real good run
Bm A G
We had so much love
Bm A
Now I got what I want
G A D
And I get to be known by none
How to play "Known By None" on guitar.
"Known By None" by Medium Build is a melancholic song with a progression that captures the
essence of longing and the realization of solitude. This song uses a blend of chords that
provides a rich sound and emotional depth, making it a great piece for intermediate players
to explore.
Chords Used:
D, G, Em, A, F#, Bm, A#dim7
Tuning:
Standard tuning (E A D G B E)
Verse Progression:
The verses of "Known By None" start with a D chord and move through G, Em, and A,
creating a narrative feeling. The inclusion of F# before moving to Bm adds tension,
reflecting the song's lyrical themes.
D G Em A
F# Bm G A D
To play F#, place your index finger across all strings on the 2nd fret and form an E shape
bar chord. For Bm, use a similar shape but start on the A string. A#dim7 is a bit more
complex; place your fingers in a shape that spans across the 1st (D#), 2nd (A#), 3rd (C),
and 4th strings (F#).
Chorus Progression:
The chorus introduces an A#dim7, adding a unique dissonance that captures the emotional
pivot of the song.
Bm Em A D F# G
Em A A#dim7 Bm A G
Bm A G A D
Strumming Pattern:
The strumming pattern can be a simple down-up pattern with emphasis on the emotional
delivery of the lyrics. Allow the chords to resonate, especially on the A#dim7, to let the
dissonance fill the space.
Song Lyrics Meaning:
"Known By None" dives deep into the journey of seeking recognition and the eventual
realization of wanting to be understood by at least one person. It's a narrative on the
human condition, the pursuit of love, and the acceptance of loneliness. The song portrays
the evolution of desire from being known by many to finding solace in the privacy of one's
own self. The lyrics reflect on the ephemeral nature of relationships and the irony of
achieving what one once wanted, only to find it's not what they truly needed. The somber
melody and the poignant lyrics together create a vivid story of self-discovery and the
complexity of human connections.