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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F · Em
Champagne Problems Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F · Em
Champagne Problems Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F · Em
Champagne Problems Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F · Em
Champagne Problems Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F · Em
Champagne Problems Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F · Em
Champagne Problems Chords – Harmonica
Taylor Swift’s devastating ballad about a rejected proposal. Beautiful piano chords that translate perfectly to guitar.
Gentle Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Song Details
Key, Tuning & Capo
Original key: C · Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E) · Capo: None — the open chords match the recording.
Playing tip: The full F barre is the hardest part — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build strength.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
Am – G – F
C – G
Am – G – F
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C G Am F Em. 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 "Champagne Problems"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am, F and Em.
Is "Champagne Problems" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Champagne Problems" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Champagne Problems"?
It was written by Taylor Swift, William Bowery, and released in 2020.