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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
Cold Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
Cold Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
Cold Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
Cold Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
Cold Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
Cold Chords – Harmonica
A soulful ballad about heartache and emotional distance by Chris Stapleton. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Slow Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, and D shapes for the correct key, or play the chords as written without a capo.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
E – D
A
E – D
Chorus
A
E
D
A
Verse 2
A
E – D
A
E – D
Chorus
A
E
D
A
Bridge
E
D – A
E
D – A
Chorus
A
E
D
A
Outro
A
E
D
A
Practice tip: Focus on the simple A, E, and D chord progression and let the lyrics carry the emotion with a slow, steady strum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Cold"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, C, F and Dm.
Is "Cold" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Cold" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Cold"?
It was written by Chris Stapleton, Dave Cobb, and released in 2017.