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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Guitar
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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Ukulele
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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Piano
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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Banjo
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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Mandolin
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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Harmonica
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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Violin
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Key
Bb
Difficulty
Beginner
Range
Varies by singer
Chords
Bb · F · C · Dm · Gm
Drivers License Chords – Vocal
Olivia Rodrigo’s breakout debut that became a global phenomenon. The piano-driven ballad builds from quiet verses to an emotional climax.
Slow Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: On piano, play soft arpeggios in the verse and build to full chords in the chorus. The dynamics tell the story.
How to play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the four main chords
The song uses Bb, F, C, and Dm. On guitar, use a capo on the 1st fret and play A, E, B, and C#m shapes.
2
Get the verse pattern
The verse uses Bb-F-C-Dm in a slow, deliberate pattern. Let each chord sustain. The emotion comes from restraint.
3
Build the chorus
The chorus uses the same progression but with more intensity. Add fuller voicings and stronger dynamics.
4
The bridge
The bridge intensifies with Gm before resolving back to the chorus pattern.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Bb – F
C – Dm
Bb – F
C – Dm
Chorus
Bb – F – C – Dm (×2)
Verse 2
Bb – F
C – Dm
Bb – F
C – Dm
Practice tip: On piano, practice the Bb-F-C-Dm progression with arpeggios in the right hand. Start slow and build intensity as the song progresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Drivers License"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Bb, F, C, Dm and Gm.
Is "Drivers License" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of Bb, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Drivers License" in?
It is in the key of Bb.
Who wrote "Drivers License"?
It was written by Olivia Rodrigo, Daniel Nigro, and released in 2021.