Sparks Fly Guitar Chords

by Taylor Swift
Original CapoCapo 5
Base ChordsAm · F · C · G
TuningStandard
DifficultyEasy
Capo No Capo Original = Capo 5

Chord Shapes to Play

How capo works here: The chord names shown are what you play with the capo on the selected fret. Moving the capo changes both the chord names and the diagrams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the guitar chords for Sparks Fly by Taylor Swift?
The chords used in Sparks Fly are Am, F, C, and G. Place your capo on the 5th fret to match Taylor Swift's key on the original recording.
Is Sparks Fly easy to play on guitar?
Yes! Sparks Fly is an excellent beginner song — it uses only four open chords (Am, F, C, G) with a simple, repetitive progression.
Does Sparks Fly require a capo?
Yes, place the capo on fret 5 to play along with the original studio recording using the easy Am, F, C, G shapes.