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Pretty Hurts Chords

“Pretty Hurts” by Beyonce Knowles guitar chords: in the key of B with the chords B, F#, G#m and E. It's an easy, beginner-friendly arrangement using common open chords. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

Chords:BF#G#mE

Chords for Pretty Hurts

Key: BBPM: 90Difficulty: Easy
B
3
90
BMama said, you're aF#pretty girl
G#mWhat's in your head,Eit doesn't matter
BBrush your hair,F#fix your teeth
G#mWhat you wearEis all that matters
 JBust anF#other stage,
G#mpageant the pEain away
BThis time I'mF#gonna take the crown
G#mWithoutEfalling down, down
BPrettyF# G#mhurts,
 shine the lightEon whatever's worse
BPerfection iF#s a disease ofG#m 
 a nationE, pretty hurts, pretty hurts
BPrettyF# G#mhurts,
 shine theElight on whatever's worse
BTrying to fixF#something
 but you can't fixG#mwhat you can't see
EIt's the soul that needs the surgery
BBlonder hair,F#flat chest
G#mTV says biggerEis better
BSouth beach,F#sugar free
G#mVogue says thinnerEis better
BJust anotherF#stage
G#mPageant theEpain away
BThis time I'mF#gonna take the crown
G#mWithoutEfalling down, down
BPrettyF# G#mhurts,
 shine the lightEon whatever's worse
BPerfection iF#s a disease ofG#ma
 nationE, pretty hurts, pretty hurts
BPrettyF# G#mhurts,
 shine theElight on whatever's worse
BTrying to fixF#something
 but you can't fix whatG#myou can't see
EIt's the soul that needs the surgery
F#Ain't got no doctor or
 pill that can take the pain away
G#mThe pain's inside and
 nobody frees you from your body
EIt's the soul its the soul that needs surgery
F#It's my soul that needs surgery
F#Plastic smiles and
 denial can only take you so far
G#mThen you break when the
 fake facade leaves you in the dark
EYou left a shattered mirror
 and the shards of a beautifulEgirl
BPrettyF# G#mhurts,
 shine the lightEon whatever's worse
BPerfection iF#s a disease ofG#ma
 nationE, pretty hurts, pretty hurts
BPrettyF# G#mhurts,
 shine theElight on whatever's worse
BTrying to fixF#something
 but you can't fix whatG#myou can't see
 N.C.
 It's the soul that needs the surgery
 WhenByou're alone all byF#yourself
 And you'reG#mlying in yourEbed
 ReflectionBstares right into youF# 
 Are you happyG#mwith yourselfE 
 You strippedBaway theF#masquerade
 The illusionG#mhas been shedE 
 Are youBhappy with yourself?F# 
 Are youG#mhappy withEyourself?, yes
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About Pretty Hurts

Beyonce Knowles's “Pretty Hurts” is a popular track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 4 chords — B, F#, G#m and E — with the progression centred on B, F# and G#m. Because it sticks to common open shapes, it's a great choice for beginners and campfire sing-alongs. 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.

Pretty Hurts — FAQ

What key is “Pretty Hurts” in?

“Pretty Hurts” by Beyonce Knowles is in the key of B. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Pretty Hurts”?

“Pretty Hurts” uses 4 chords: B, F#, G#m and E.

Is “Pretty Hurts” easy to play on guitar?

Yes — “Pretty Hurts” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.

Who sings “Pretty Hurts”?

“Pretty Hurts” is performed by Beyonce Knowles.