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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · C · G · F
Coffee Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · C · G · F
Coffee Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · C · G · F
Coffee Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · C · G · F
Coffee Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · C · G · F
Coffee Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · C · G · F
Coffee Chords – Harmonica
Sylvan Esso’s minimalist electronic pop song about longing and connection. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Steady Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and focus on the vocal rhythm; the chords are sparse.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – F – C
F – C
F – C – F – C
F – C
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Verse 2
C – F – C
F – C
F – C – F – C
F – C
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Bridge
F – C – F – C (×4)
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Outro
C – F – C
F – C
F – C – F – C
F – C
Practice tip: Practice the simple C to F change until it’s automatic, then focus on singing along with the steady strum pattern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Coffee"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "Coffee" 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 "Coffee" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Coffee"?
It was written by Amelia Meath, Nick Sanborn, and released in 2014.