Why Can't This Be Love
Van HalenAbout this Song
Learn to play "Why Can't This Be Love" by Van Halen (1986). Key of C at 88 BPM. Chords: C, Am, G, F, D, E. Interactive chord timeline for piano and guitar on PopSongChordBook.
Song Structure
This song has 3 sections: Intro / Verse → Chorus → Pre-Chorus
Intro / Verse
Chorus
Pre-Chorus
versechorus
Chord Progressions
These are the chord sequences for each part of the song:
Intro
C Am G F G C Am F G Am
PRE CHORUS
Bb F Eb F G
VERSE
D Am F G E Dm Am F G E
CHORUS
C Am F G C Am F G C
Chords Used in This Song
12 unique chords appear in this song:
CAmGFDEBbEbDmAbGbDb
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the key of "Why Can't This Be Love" by Van Halen?
"Why Can't This Be Love" is in the key of C.
What is the tempo of "Why Can't This Be Love"?
The tempo of "Why Can't This Be Love" is 88 BPM.
When was "Why Can't This Be Love" by Van Halen released?
"Why Can't This Be Love" by Van Halen was released in 1986.
Does "Why Can't This Be Love" require a capo?
No capo is needed to play "Why Can't This Be Love".
What chords do I need for "Why Can't This Be Love"?
The chords in "Why Can't This Be Love" are: C, Am, G, F, D, E, Bb, Eb, Dm, Ab, Gb, Db.
What are the chorus chords of "Why Can't This Be Love"?
The chorus chords of "Why Can't This Be Love" are: D Am F G E Dm Am F G E.