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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F
All Too Well Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F
All Too Well Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F
All Too Well Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F
All Too Well Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F
All Too Well Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F
All Too Well Chords – Harmonica
Taylor Swift’s magnum opus and one of the greatest breakup songs ever written. The 10-minute version is legendary.
Emotional Folk-Pop (4/4 Time)
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Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of C: C G Am F. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "All Too Well"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.
Is "All Too Well" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "All Too Well" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "All Too Well"?
It was written by Taylor Swift, Liz Rose, and released in 2012.