Guitar Dm7 chord diagram
Dm7 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 70 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Dm7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dm7, follow these steps: Place index finger on B string and E string fret 1. Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
Tips
- Place B string with your index finger and E string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On B string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on Dm7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from Dm7 to F#m/D# | G♭m/E♭ | F#m/E♭, using on G string, use your ring finger, on B string, use your middle finger, and on E string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F - A - C
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Minor 7 — jazz and soul feel
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dm7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
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Guitar Dm7 chord diagramx-3-3-2-3-x
Guitar Dm7 chord diagramx-3-3-5-3-5
Guitar Dm7 chord diagramx-5-3-5-3-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dm7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dm7 → Am/D chord transition
To move from Dm7 to Am/D, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
2. Dm7 → Am7 chord transition
To move from Dm7 to Am7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
3. Dm7 → F#m/D# | G♭m/E♭ | F#m/E♭ chord transition
To move from Dm7 to F#m/D# | G♭m/E♭ | F#m/E♭, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
4. Dm7 → Fm/E chord transition
To move from Dm7 to Fm/E, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
5. Dm7 → C#m/D | D♭m/D chord transition
To move from Dm7 to C#m/D | D♭m/D, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
6. Dm7 → Fm/D chord transition
To move from Dm7 to Fm/D, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm7, lift your middle finger from G string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dm7 across songs on this site.
1. Dm7 → G7 chord transition
To move from Dm7 to G7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to E string fret 3.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 1.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm7 use the transition to G7 at 50.2%. You can practice this transition in 57 different songs.
2. Dm7 → C chord transition
To move from Dm7 to C, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm7 use the transition to C at 12.2%. You can practice this transition in 24 different songs.
3. Dm7 → G chord transition
To move from Dm7 to G, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to E string fret 3.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm7 use the transition to G at 9.4%. You can practice this transition in 16 different songs.
4. Dm7 → F chord transition
To move from Dm7 to F, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
- Place pinky on D string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm7 use the transition to F at 3.7%. You can practice this transition in 7 different songs.
5. Dm7 → Am chord transition
To move from Dm7 to Am, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on G string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm7 use the transition to Am at 3.4%. You can practice this transition in 3 different songs.
Songs Using Dm7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Dm7 chord, perfect for practice.
Songs in Original Key of Dm7
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the Dm7 chord on Guitar?
Dm7 requires moderate control on Guitar. The voicing covers 2 frets and includes a barre technique. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for Dm7?
You can try an easier Guitar voicing for Dm7. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-3-5-3-5. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
What are the most common chord changes from Dm7 on Guitar?
Guitar progressions often pair Dm7 with G7 and C. Based on our catalog data, Dm7 -> G7 is tracked 299 times across 57 songs (50.2% share), while Dm7 -> C appears 73 times across 24 songs (12.2% share).
Can you name songs that feature Dm7?
In our catalog, Julio Iglesias - If You Go Away Chords is one of 8 songs that include the Dm7 chord.