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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Back to December Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Back to December Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Back to December Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Back to December Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Back to December Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Back to December Chords – Harmonica
One of Taylor Swift’s most beloved ballads, “Back to December” is a rare apology song from Swift. Widely believed to be about Taylor Lautner, this song uses four simple chords in a beautiful arrangement.
Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret for the original key. Start with arpeggiated chords in the intro and transition to strumming as the song builds.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – Am
F – G
C – Am
F – G
Chorus
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F – C – G
Verse 2
C – Am
F – G
C – Am
F – G
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Back to December"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F and G.
Is "Back to December" 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 "Back to December" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Back to December"?
It was written by Taylor Swift, and released in 2010.