How to Play More Than Words by Extreme
More Than Words (1990) is a intermediate-level rock song that uses 6 chords: G, Cadd9, Am7, C, D, Em in the key of G. The chord progression is Complex fingerpicking.
Chord Breakdown
- G — major chord, bright and stable
- Cadd9 — major chord, bright and stable
- Am7 — dominant 7th, adds tension and movement
- C — major chord, bright and stable
- D — major chord, bright and stable
- Em — minor chord, darker emotional sound
About More Than Words
"More Than Words" by Extreme (released 1990) is one of the most recognizable rock songs ever recorded. Its 6-chord structure demonstrates how a simple progression can create an emotionally powerful and memorable piece of music. The combination of G, Cadd9, Am7 creates a harmonic loop that feels both complete and constantly forward-moving.
Learning More Than Words as a Beginner
If you're learning to play More Than Words, start by getting comfortable with each chord individually before trying to switch between them. The goal is to make each chord change automatic — your fingers should know where to go without you having to think about it. Practice the chord loop slowly with a metronome, and you'll be playing the full song within a few weeks.