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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Dancing on My Own Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Dancing on My Own Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Dancing on My Own Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Dancing on My Own Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Dancing on My Own Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Dancing on My Own Chords – Harmonica
Robyn’s iconic electro-pop anthem about heartbreak on the dance floor. Beginner difficulty in the key of Am.
Synth-Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the strum tight and rhythmic with a driving, danceable feel. The contrast between the sad lyrics and upbeat rhythm is what makes this song powerful.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Am
F
G
C – Em
Verse 2
Am
F
G
C – Em
Am
F
G – C – Em
Chorus
Am
F
G
C – Em
Am – F
G
C
Em
Am – F – G – C – Em
Verse 3
Am
F
G
C – Em
Final Chorus
Am – F
G
C
Em
Am – F – G – C – Em
Am – F – G – C – Em – Am
Practice tip: Five chords in a repeating pattern: Am, F, G, C, Em. If the F barre chord is hard, use Fmaj7 (x33210). Focus on keeping a steady, driving rhythm throughout.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Dancing on My Own"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, F, C and G.
Is "Dancing on My Own" 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 "Dancing on My Own" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Dancing on My Own"?
It was written by Robyn, Patrik Berger, and released in 2010.