Fortune Faded

by Red Hot Chili Peppers
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Lyrics

They say, in chess, you’ve got to kill the queen and then you’ve made it.

Oh, I

do you.

A fun ny thing, the king who gets him self as sas si nat ed.

Hey, now, (A)ev ’ry time I (G)lose

al ti tude.

You took a town by storm.

of The you made was nom i nat ed.

Oh, I

do you.

Now put a way your wel come, soon you’ll find you’ve o ver stayed it.

Hey, now, (A)ev ’ry time I (G)lose

al ti tude.

(A6)So di vine,

hell of an el e va tor.

(Bm)All the while, my (F#5)for tune (Bm)fad ed.

(A6)Nev er mind

the con se quenc es of the (Bm)crime.

This time, my for tune fad ed.

(B5)Come on, God, do I seem bul let proof?

(A6)So di vine,

hell of an el e va tor.

(Bm)All the while, my (F#5)for tune (Bm)fad ed.

(A6)Nev er mind

the con se quenc es of the (Bm)crime.

This time, my (F#5)for tune fad ed.

(A6)So di vine,

hell of an el e va tor.

(Bm)All the while, my (F#5)for tune (Bm)fad ed.

(A6)Nev er mind

the con se quenc es of the (Bm)crime.

This time, my (F#5)for tune fad ed.

(Bm)crime.

This time, my for tune fad ed.

Fortune Faded — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Fortune Faded" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of B, 120 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Fortune Faded”

Where are the chord symbols for "Fortune Faded" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Fortune Faded" is in B.
What key is "Fortune Faded" by Red Hot Chili Peppers played in?
Fortune Faded is arranged in the key of B on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Fortune Faded"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Fortune Faded" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Fortune Faded"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Fortune Faded"?
"Fortune Faded" was originally performed by Red Hot Chili Peppers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Fortune Faded"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: A, A6, Apow, Bm, Bpow, C, D, D6, +3 more.
What other songs by Red Hot Chili Peppers can I play here?
Try "UNDER THE BRIDGE", "MY FRIENDS", "DANI CALIFORNIA". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Fortune Faded" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Fortune Faded" is in the key of B at 120 BPM.
What chords are in "Fortune Faded"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of B, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.