Cornelia Street Chords

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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Cornelia Street Chords – Guitar

Taylor Swift’s nostalgic song about a fragile love and the memories tied to a specific place. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-position chords.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G Em C D
We were in the backseat, drunk on something stronger than the drinks in the bar
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
Windows flung right open, autumn air, jacket ’round my shoulders is yours
G Em C D
We bless the rains on Cornelia Street, memorize the creaks in the floor
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Verse 2

 
G Em C D
We were a fresh page on the desk, filling in the blanks as we go
G Em C D
As if the street lights pointed in an arrowhead leading us home
G Em C
I get mystified by how this city screams your name
D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Bridge

 
C Em Am D
I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
C Em Am
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
C Em Am D
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
C Em Am D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Outro

 
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
G Em C
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
G Em C
You leave me with no choice but to stay forever, oh
D G
You leave me with no choice
 

Practice tip: The chord progression G, Em, C, D repeats often; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Cornelia Street"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Cornelia Street" 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 "Cornelia Street" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Cornelia Street"?

It was written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and released in 2019.

Gtap to play
Ctap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Cornelia Street Chords – Ukulele

Taylor Swift’s nostalgic song about a fragile love and the memories tied to a specific place. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-position chords.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G Em C D
We were in the backseat, drunk on something stronger than the drinks in the bar
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
Windows flung right open, autumn air, jacket ’round my shoulders is yours
G Em C D
We bless the rains on Cornelia Street, memorize the creaks in the floor
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Verse 2

 
G Em C D
We were a fresh page on the desk, filling in the blanks as we go
G Em C D
As if the street lights pointed in an arrowhead leading us home
G Em C
I get mystified by how this city screams your name
D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Bridge

 
C Em Am D
I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
C Em Am
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
C Em Am D
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
C Em Am D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Outro

 
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
G Em C
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
G Em C
You leave me with no choice but to stay forever, oh
D G
You leave me with no choice
 

Practice tip: The chord progression G, Em, C, D repeats often; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Cornelia Street"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Cornelia Street" 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 "Cornelia Street" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Cornelia Street"?

It was written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and released in 2019.

Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Emtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Cornelia Street Chords – Piano

Taylor Swift’s nostalgic song about a fragile love and the memories tied to a specific place. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-position chords.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G Em C D
We were in the backseat, drunk on something stronger than the drinks in the bar
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
Windows flung right open, autumn air, jacket ’round my shoulders is yours
G Em C D
We bless the rains on Cornelia Street, memorize the creaks in the floor
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Verse 2

 
G Em C D
We were a fresh page on the desk, filling in the blanks as we go
G Em C D
As if the street lights pointed in an arrowhead leading us home
G Em C
I get mystified by how this city screams your name
D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Bridge

 
C Em Am D
I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
C Em Am
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
C Em Am D
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
C Em Am D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Outro

 
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
G Em C
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
G Em C
You leave me with no choice but to stay forever, oh
D G
You leave me with no choice
 

Practice tip: The chord progression G, Em, C, D repeats often; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Cornelia Street"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Cornelia Street" 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 "Cornelia Street" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Cornelia Street"?

It was written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and released in 2019.

Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Emtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Cornelia Street Chords – Banjo

Taylor Swift’s nostalgic song about a fragile love and the memories tied to a specific place. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-position chords.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G Em C D
We were in the backseat, drunk on something stronger than the drinks in the bar
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
Windows flung right open, autumn air, jacket ’round my shoulders is yours
G Em C D
We bless the rains on Cornelia Street, memorize the creaks in the floor
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Verse 2

 
G Em C D
We were a fresh page on the desk, filling in the blanks as we go
G Em C D
As if the street lights pointed in an arrowhead leading us home
G Em C
I get mystified by how this city screams your name
D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Bridge

 
C Em Am D
I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
C Em Am
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
C Em Am D
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
C Em Am D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Outro

 
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
G Em C
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
G Em C
You leave me with no choice but to stay forever, oh
D G
You leave me with no choice
 

Practice tip: The chord progression G, Em, C, D repeats often; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Cornelia Street"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Cornelia Street" 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 "Cornelia Street" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Cornelia Street"?

It was written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and released in 2019.

Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Emtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Cornelia Street Chords – Mandolin

Taylor Swift’s nostalgic song about a fragile love and the memories tied to a specific place. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-position chords.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G Em C D
We were in the backseat, drunk on something stronger than the drinks in the bar
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
Windows flung right open, autumn air, jacket ’round my shoulders is yours
G Em C D
We bless the rains on Cornelia Street, memorize the creaks in the floor
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Verse 2

 
G Em C D
We were a fresh page on the desk, filling in the blanks as we go
G Em C D
As if the street lights pointed in an arrowhead leading us home
G Em C
I get mystified by how this city screams your name
D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Bridge

 
C Em Am D
I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
C Em Am
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
C Em Am D
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
C Em Am D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Outro

 
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
G Em C
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
G Em C
You leave me with no choice but to stay forever, oh
D G
You leave me with no choice
 

Practice tip: The chord progression G, Em, C, D repeats often; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Cornelia Street"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Cornelia Street" 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 "Cornelia Street" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Cornelia Street"?

It was written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and released in 2019.

Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Emtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em

Cornelia Street Chords – Harmonica

Taylor Swift’s nostalgic song about a fragile love and the memories tied to a specific place. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Folk Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still using these G-position chords.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G Em C D
We were in the backseat, drunk on something stronger than the drinks in the bar
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
Windows flung right open, autumn air, jacket ’round my shoulders is yours
G Em C D
We bless the rains on Cornelia Street, memorize the creaks in the floor
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Verse 2

 
G Em C D
We were a fresh page on the desk, filling in the blanks as we go
G Em C D
As if the street lights pointed in an arrowhead leading us home
G Em C
I get mystified by how this city screams your name
D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Bridge

 
C Em Am D
I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
C Em Am
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
C Em Am D
And baby, I get mystified by how this city screams your name
C Em Am D
And baby, I’m so terrified of if you ever walk away
 

Chorus

 

[G]Back when we were [Em]card sharks, playing [C]games, I thought you were [D]leading me on
[G]I packed my bags, left [Em]Cornelia Street, be[C]fore you even [D]knew I was gone
[G]But then you called, [Em]showed your hand, I [C]turned around be[D]fore I hit the tunnel
[G]Sat on the roof, you [Em]barely talked to me, [C]I knew that you were [D]saving all the best words
[/verse]

Outro

 
G Em C D
I rent a place on Cornelia Street, I say casually in the car
G Em C D
And I hope I never lose you, hope it never ends
G Em C
I’d never walk Cornelia Street again
D
Oh, never again
G Em C
You leave me with no choice but to stay forever, oh
D G
You leave me with no choice
 

Practice tip: The chord progression G, Em, C, D repeats often; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Cornelia Street"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Cornelia Street" 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 "Cornelia Street" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Cornelia Street"?

It was written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and released in 2019.