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Cry Chords

Here are the chords for “Cry” by Rihanna — in the key of Cm (Cm, G#, A# and Gm). It's an intermediate arrangement — a nice step up as you improve. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

Chords:CmG#A#GmFm

Chords for Cry

Key: BBPM: 90Difficulty: Intermediate
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CmI'm not the type to get my heartAbbroken
 I'm not the type to get upset andCmcry
 'cause I never leave my heartAbopen
 Never hurts me to sayAbgoodbye
 Relationships don't get deepBbto me
 Never got the whole in loveGmthing
 And someone can say they love meAbtruly
 But at the time it didn't mean aCmthing
 My mind isAbgone, I'm spinningCmround
 And deep inside, my tearsAbI'll drown
 I'm losingBbgrip, what'sGmhappening
 I stray fromAblove, this is how ICmfeel
 This time was different
 Felt like,AbI was just a victim
 And itFmcut me like a knife
 When youBbwalked out of my life
 NowCmI'm, in this condition
 AndAbI've, got all the symptoms
 Of aFmgirl with a broken heart
 But noBbmatter what you'll never see meAbcry
CmDid it happen when we firstAbkissed?
 'cause it's hurting me to letCmit go
 Maybe 'cause we spent so muchAbtime
 And I know that it's noAbmore
 I should've never let you hold meBbbaby
 Maybe why I'm sad to see usGmapart
 I didn't give to you onAbpurpose
 Can't figure out how you stole myCmheart
 My mind isAbgone, I'm spinningCmround
 And deep inside, my tearsAbI'll drown
 I'm losingBbgrip, what'sGmhappening
 I stray fromAblove, this is how ICmfeel
 This time was different
 Felt like,AbI was just a victim
 And itFmcut me like a knife
 When youBbwalked out of my life
 NowCmI'm, in this condition
 AndAbI've, got all the symptoms
 Of aFmgirl with a broken heart
 But noBbmatter what you'll never see meAbcry
AbHow did I get here with you,
GmI'llCmnever know?
AbI never meant to
 let it getGmso,Cmpersonal
AbAfter all IBbtried to doGm,
 stay away froCmm loving you
BbI'm broken hearted, I can't letAbyou know
 And I won't let itBbshow
 You won't see meCmcry
 This time was different
 Felt like,AbI was just a victim
 And itFmcut me like a knife
 When youBbwalked out of my life
 NowCmI'm, in this condition
 AndAbI've, got all the symptoms
 Of aFmgirl with a broken heart
 But noBbmatter what you'll never see meAbcry
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About Cry

“Cry” by Rihanna is a popular song that sits comfortably on acoustic guitar. This arrangement uses 5 chords — Cm, G#, A#, Gm and Fm — with the progression centred on Cm, G# and A#. It's a rewarding play once you're comfortable with open chords and basic transitions. Hover or tap any chord above to see its fingering, change the key with the transpose buttons, or set a capo to match the original recording.

Cry — FAQ

What key is “Cry” in?

“Cry” by Rihanna is in the key of Cm. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Cry”?

“Cry” uses 5 chords: Cm, G#, A#, Gm and Fm.

Is “Cry” easy to play on guitar?

“Cry” is rated Intermediate.

Who sings “Cry”?

“Cry” is performed by Rihanna.