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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Cigarette Daydreams Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Cigarette Daydreams Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Cigarette Daydreams Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Cigarette Daydreams Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Cigarette Daydreams Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Cigarette Daydreams Chords – Harmonica
Cage The Elephant’s mellow, nostalgic track is a fan favorite with its simple chord progression and dreamy atmosphere. It’s one of the easiest alt-rock songs to learn.
Mellow Alt-Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the strumming relaxed and slightly lazy. This song isn’t about precision – it’s about feel. Let the chords drift into each other for a hazy, daydream quality.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – Em
Chorus
G – C
D – Em
G – C
D – Em
Verse 2
G – C – D
Em
G – C – D
Em
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Cigarette Daydreams"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Cigarette Daydreams" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Cigarette Daydreams" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Cigarette Daydreams"?
It was written by Matt Shultz, Brad Shultz, and released in 2013.