Amtap to play
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Ftap to play
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E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · F · C · E7
Die With a Smile Chords – Guitar
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Ctap to play
E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · F · C · E7
Die With a Smile Chords – Ukulele
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E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · F · C · E7
Die With a Smile Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · F · C · E7
Die With a Smile Chords – Banjo
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E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · F · C · E7
Die With a Smile Chords – Mandolin
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E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · F · C · E7
Die With a Smile Chords – Harmonica
A tender duet blending pop and country vibes with a classic chord progression.
Country-Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this with a relaxed, laid-back country feel. The E7 chord adds tension before resolving back to Am. Keep the tempo slow and steady.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Am – G
F
C – E7
Am – G
F – C – E7
Chorus
F – C – G – Am
F – C
G – Am
F – C – G – Am
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of A: Am G F C E7. 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 "Die With a Smile"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F, C and E7.
Is "Die With a Smile" 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 "Die With a Smile" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Die With a Smile"?
It was written by Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Andrew Watt, James Fauntleroy, and released in 2024.