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Counting Stars Chords – Guitar
OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Tip: The rhythm has a driving eighth-note feel. Keep your strumming hand moving constantly in down-up motions.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am
Lately I been, I been losing sleep,
C
Dreaming about the things that we could be.
G
But baby I been, I been praying hard,
F
Said no more counting dollars, we’ll be counting stars.
Chorus
Am
I feel the love and I feel it burn,
C
Down this river every turn.
G
Hope is our four letter word, make that money,
F
Watch it burn.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Am: Am C G F. 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 "Counting Stars"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "Counting Stars" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Am, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Counting Stars" in?
It is in the key of Am.
Who wrote "Counting Stars"?
It was written by OneRepublic.
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Counting Stars Chords – Ukulele
OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Tip: The rhythm has a driving eighth-note feel. Keep your strumming hand moving constantly in down-up motions.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am
Lately I been, I been losing sleep,
C
Dreaming about the things that we could be.
G
But baby I been, I been praying hard,
F
Said no more counting dollars, we’ll be counting stars.
Chorus
Am
I feel the love and I feel it burn,
C
Down this river every turn.
G
Hope is our four letter word, make that money,
F
Watch it burn.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Am: Am C G F. 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 "Counting Stars"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "Counting Stars" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Am, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Counting Stars" in?
It is in the key of Am.
Who wrote "Counting Stars"?
It was written by OneRepublic.
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Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Counting Stars Chords – Piano
OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Tip: The rhythm has a driving eighth-note feel. Keep your strumming hand moving constantly in down-up motions.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am
Lately I been, I been losing sleep,
C
Dreaming about the things that we could be.
G
But baby I been, I been praying hard,
F
Said no more counting dollars, we’ll be counting stars.
Chorus
Am
I feel the love and I feel it burn,
C
Down this river every turn.
G
Hope is our four letter word, make that money,
F
Watch it burn.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Am: Am C G F. 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 "Counting Stars"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "Counting Stars" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Am, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Counting Stars" in?
It is in the key of Am.
Who wrote "Counting Stars"?
It was written by OneRepublic.
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Ctap to play
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Ftap to play
Counting Stars Chords – Banjo
OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Tip: The rhythm has a driving eighth-note feel. Keep your strumming hand moving constantly in down-up motions.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am
Lately I been, I been losing sleep,
C
Dreaming about the things that we could be.
G
But baby I been, I been praying hard,
F
Said no more counting dollars, we’ll be counting stars.
Chorus
Am
I feel the love and I feel it burn,
C
Down this river every turn.
G
Hope is our four letter word, make that money,
F
Watch it burn.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Am: Am C G F. 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 "Counting Stars"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "Counting Stars" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Am, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Counting Stars" in?
It is in the key of Am.
Who wrote "Counting Stars"?
It was written by OneRepublic.
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Ctap to play
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Ftap to play
Counting Stars Chords – Mandolin
OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Tip: The rhythm has a driving eighth-note feel. Keep your strumming hand moving constantly in down-up motions.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am
Lately I been, I been losing sleep,
C
Dreaming about the things that we could be.
G
But baby I been, I been praying hard,
F
Said no more counting dollars, we’ll be counting stars.
Chorus
Am
I feel the love and I feel it burn,
C
Down this river every turn.
G
Hope is our four letter word, make that money,
F
Watch it burn.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Am: Am C G F. 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 "Counting Stars"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "Counting Stars" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Am, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Counting Stars" in?
It is in the key of Am.
Who wrote "Counting Stars"?
It was written by OneRepublic.
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Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Counting Stars Chords – Harmonica
OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Tip: The rhythm has a driving eighth-note feel. Keep your strumming hand moving constantly in down-up motions.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am
Lately I been, I been losing sleep,
C
Dreaming about the things that we could be.
G
But baby I been, I been praying hard,
F
Said no more counting dollars, we’ll be counting stars.
Chorus
Am
I feel the love and I feel it burn,
C
Down this river every turn.
G
Hope is our four letter word, make that money,
F
Watch it burn.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Am: Am C G F. 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 "Counting Stars"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "Counting Stars" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Am, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Counting Stars" in?
It is in the key of Am.
Who wrote "Counting Stars"?
It was written by OneRepublic.