How to Play Faded on Guitar (Easy Tab)

Alan Walker

To play Faded on guitar, use the one-string tab below and press each fret in order. The melody is smooth and repetitive — ideal for beginners. Start at 0.5× speed, loop phrases you miss, then build up to full tempo.

Step-by-step

  1. 1

    Set up on one string

    Check which string the tab uses and tune your guitar to standard.

  2. 2

    Play the melody line

    Follow each fret number. Let notes ring briefly before moving — Faded has a flowing, connected feel.

  3. 3

    Use slow playback

    The interactive player lets you slow down and loop. Practice the hook until it sounds familiar.

  4. 4

    Smooth transitions

    Focus on clean moves between frets rather than speed. The melody should feel continuous.

1st String

Interactive tab — play along

Tablature
3
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7
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12
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12
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10
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7
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7
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7
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7
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2
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The easiest way to learn this song is on one string — follow the highlighted frets above. For the full melody page with extra tips, open the complete Faded tab →

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Frequently asked questions

Is Faded easy on guitar?

Yes — the one-string arrangement is beginner-friendly and uses a memorable, repeating melody.

Can I play Faded on acoustic?

Absolutely. The fret numbers are the same on acoustic and electric guitars.

Open full Faded tab →

More tips, common mistakes, and the same interactive player on the melody page.