Alternative, Rock

Everlong Chords

Foo Fighters Intermediate Key of D 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Capo

None

Chords

D · B7 · G · Bm

Everlong Chords – Guitar

Dave Grohl’s love letter to music and one of the greatest rock songs of the 90s. The acoustic version is hauntingly beautiful.

Alternative Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: The original is in Drop D tuning. For standard tuning, use these chord shapes. The acoustic version uses open strings for a ringing, dreamy effect.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

Hello, I’ve waited here for you

B7

Everlong

G

Tonight, I throw myself into

Bm

And out of the red, out of her head, she sang

Chorus

D B7

And I wonder when I sing along with you

G Bm

If everything could ever feel this real forever

D B7 G

If anything could ever be this good again

Bm

The only thing I’ll ever ask of you

D

You’ve gotta promise not to stop when I say when

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D B7 G Bm. 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: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Everlong"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, B7, G and Bm.

Is "Everlong" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Everlong" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Everlong"?

It was written by Dave Grohl, and released in 1997.

Dtap to play

B7tap to play

Gtap to play

Bmtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

D · B7 · G · Bm

Everlong Chords – Ukulele

Dave Grohl’s love letter to music and one of the greatest rock songs of the 90s. The acoustic version is hauntingly beautiful.

Alternative Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The original is in Drop D tuning. For standard tuning, use these chord shapes. The acoustic version uses open strings for a ringing, dreamy effect.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

Hello, I’ve waited here for you

B7

Everlong

G

Tonight, I throw myself into

Bm

And out of the red, out of her head, she sang

Chorus

D B7

And I wonder when I sing along with you

G Bm

If everything could ever feel this real forever

D B7 G

If anything could ever be this good again

Bm

The only thing I’ll ever ask of you

D

You’ve gotta promise not to stop when I say when

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D B7 G Bm. 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: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Everlong"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, B7, G and Bm.

Is "Everlong" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Everlong" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Everlong"?

It was written by Dave Grohl, and released in 1997.

Dtap to play

B7tap to play

Gtap to play

Bmtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

D · B7 · G · Bm

Everlong Chords – Piano

Dave Grohl’s love letter to music and one of the greatest rock songs of the 90s. The acoustic version is hauntingly beautiful.

Alternative Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The original is in Drop D tuning. For standard tuning, use these chord shapes. The acoustic version uses open strings for a ringing, dreamy effect.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

Hello, I’ve waited here for you

B7

Everlong

G

Tonight, I throw myself into

Bm

And out of the red, out of her head, she sang

Chorus

D B7

And I wonder when I sing along with you

G Bm

If everything could ever feel this real forever

D B7 G

If anything could ever be this good again

Bm

The only thing I’ll ever ask of you

D

You’ve gotta promise not to stop when I say when

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D B7 G Bm. 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: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Everlong"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, B7, G and Bm.

Is "Everlong" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Everlong" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Everlong"?

It was written by Dave Grohl, and released in 1997.

Dtap to play

B7tap to play

Gtap to play

Bmtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

D · B7 · G · Bm

Everlong Chords – Banjo

Dave Grohl’s love letter to music and one of the greatest rock songs of the 90s. The acoustic version is hauntingly beautiful.

Alternative Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The original is in Drop D tuning. For standard tuning, use these chord shapes. The acoustic version uses open strings for a ringing, dreamy effect.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

Hello, I’ve waited here for you

B7

Everlong

G

Tonight, I throw myself into

Bm

And out of the red, out of her head, she sang

Chorus

D B7

And I wonder when I sing along with you

G Bm

If everything could ever feel this real forever

D B7 G

If anything could ever be this good again

Bm

The only thing I’ll ever ask of you

D

You’ve gotta promise not to stop when I say when

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D B7 G Bm. 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: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Everlong"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, B7, G and Bm.

Is "Everlong" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Everlong" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Everlong"?

It was written by Dave Grohl, and released in 1997.

Dtap to play

B7tap to play

Gtap to play

Bmtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

D · B7 · G · Bm

Everlong Chords – Mandolin

Dave Grohl’s love letter to music and one of the greatest rock songs of the 90s. The acoustic version is hauntingly beautiful.

Alternative Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The original is in Drop D tuning. For standard tuning, use these chord shapes. The acoustic version uses open strings for a ringing, dreamy effect.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

Hello, I’ve waited here for you

B7

Everlong

G

Tonight, I throw myself into

Bm

And out of the red, out of her head, she sang

Chorus

D B7

And I wonder when I sing along with you

G Bm

If everything could ever feel this real forever

D B7 G

If anything could ever be this good again

Bm

The only thing I’ll ever ask of you

D

You’ve gotta promise not to stop when I say when

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D B7 G Bm. 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: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Everlong"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, B7, G and Bm.

Is "Everlong" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Everlong" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Everlong"?

It was written by Dave Grohl, and released in 1997.

Dtap to play

B7tap to play

Gtap to play

Bmtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

D · B7 · G · Bm

Everlong Chords – Harmonica

Dave Grohl’s love letter to music and one of the greatest rock songs of the 90s. The acoustic version is hauntingly beautiful.

Alternative Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The original is in Drop D tuning. For standard tuning, use these chord shapes. The acoustic version uses open strings for a ringing, dreamy effect.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

Hello, I’ve waited here for you

B7

Everlong

G

Tonight, I throw myself into

Bm

And out of the red, out of her head, she sang

Chorus

D B7

And I wonder when I sing along with you

G Bm

If everything could ever feel this real forever

D B7 G

If anything could ever be this good again

Bm

The only thing I’ll ever ask of you

D

You’ve gotta promise not to stop when I say when

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D B7 G Bm. 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: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Everlong"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, B7, G and Bm.

Is "Everlong" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Everlong" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Everlong"?

It was written by Dave Grohl, and released in 1997.