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Fix You Chords

Coldplay Beginner Key of C 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

C · Em · G · D

Fix You Chords – Guitar

One of Coldplay’s most emotionally powerful songs, “Fix You” builds from a quiet organ intro to an explosive, anthemic climax. On guitar, the simple chords let the emotion shine through.

Building Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Start very quietly with just downstrums in the first verse. Gradually add more intensity as the song builds toward the explosive chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C Em

When you try your best but you don’t succeed

C Em

When you get what you want but not what you need

C Em

When you feel so tired but you can’t sleep

C Em

Stuck in reverse

Verse 2

C Em

And the tears come streaming down your face

C Em

When you lose something you can’t replace

C Em

When you love someone but it goes to waste

C Em

Could it be worse

Chorus

G D C

Lights will guide you home

G D

And ignite your bones

C Em C

And I will try to fix you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Fix You"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Em, G and D.

Is "Fix You" 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 "Fix You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Fix You"?

It was written by Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and released in 2005.

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

C · Em · G · D

Fix You Chords – Ukulele

One of Coldplay’s most emotionally powerful songs, “Fix You” builds from a quiet organ intro to an explosive, anthemic climax. On guitar, the simple chords let the emotion shine through.

Building Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Start very quietly with just downstrums in the first verse. Gradually add more intensity as the song builds toward the explosive chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C Em

When you try your best but you don’t succeed

C Em

When you get what you want but not what you need

C Em

When you feel so tired but you can’t sleep

C Em

Stuck in reverse

Verse 2

C Em

And the tears come streaming down your face

C Em

When you lose something you can’t replace

C Em

When you love someone but it goes to waste

C Em

Could it be worse

Chorus

G D C

Lights will guide you home

G D

And ignite your bones

C Em C

And I will try to fix you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Fix You"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Em, G and D.

Is "Fix You" 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 "Fix You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Fix You"?

It was written by Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and released in 2005.

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

C · Em · G · D

Fix You Chords – Piano

One of Coldplay’s most emotionally powerful songs, “Fix You” builds from a quiet organ intro to an explosive, anthemic climax. On guitar, the simple chords let the emotion shine through.

Building Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Start very quietly with just downstrums in the first verse. Gradually add more intensity as the song builds toward the explosive chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C Em

When you try your best but you don’t succeed

C Em

When you get what you want but not what you need

C Em

When you feel so tired but you can’t sleep

C Em

Stuck in reverse

Verse 2

C Em

And the tears come streaming down your face

C Em

When you lose something you can’t replace

C Em

When you love someone but it goes to waste

C Em

Could it be worse

Chorus

G D C

Lights will guide you home

G D

And ignite your bones

C Em C

And I will try to fix you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Fix You"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Em, G and D.

Is "Fix You" 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 "Fix You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Fix You"?

It was written by Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and released in 2005.

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Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

C · Em · G · D

Fix You Chords – Banjo

One of Coldplay’s most emotionally powerful songs, “Fix You” builds from a quiet organ intro to an explosive, anthemic climax. On guitar, the simple chords let the emotion shine through.

Building Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Start very quietly with just downstrums in the first verse. Gradually add more intensity as the song builds toward the explosive chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C Em

When you try your best but you don’t succeed

C Em

When you get what you want but not what you need

C Em

When you feel so tired but you can’t sleep

C Em

Stuck in reverse

Verse 2

C Em

And the tears come streaming down your face

C Em

When you lose something you can’t replace

C Em

When you love someone but it goes to waste

C Em

Could it be worse

Chorus

G D C

Lights will guide you home

G D

And ignite your bones

C Em C

And I will try to fix you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Fix You"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Em, G and D.

Is "Fix You" 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 "Fix You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Fix You"?

It was written by Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and released in 2005.

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Emtap to play

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

C · Em · G · D

Fix You Chords – Mandolin

One of Coldplay’s most emotionally powerful songs, “Fix You” builds from a quiet organ intro to an explosive, anthemic climax. On guitar, the simple chords let the emotion shine through.

Building Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Start very quietly with just downstrums in the first verse. Gradually add more intensity as the song builds toward the explosive chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C Em

When you try your best but you don’t succeed

C Em

When you get what you want but not what you need

C Em

When you feel so tired but you can’t sleep

C Em

Stuck in reverse

Verse 2

C Em

And the tears come streaming down your face

C Em

When you lose something you can’t replace

C Em

When you love someone but it goes to waste

C Em

Could it be worse

Chorus

G D C

Lights will guide you home

G D

And ignite your bones

C Em C

And I will try to fix you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Fix You"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Em, G and D.

Is "Fix You" 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 "Fix You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Fix You"?

It was written by Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and released in 2005.

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Emtap to play

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Dtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

C · Em · G · D

Fix You Chords – Harmonica

One of Coldplay’s most emotionally powerful songs, “Fix You” builds from a quiet organ intro to an explosive, anthemic climax. On guitar, the simple chords let the emotion shine through.

Building Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Start very quietly with just downstrums in the first verse. Gradually add more intensity as the song builds toward the explosive chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C Em

When you try your best but you don’t succeed

C Em

When you get what you want but not what you need

C Em

When you feel so tired but you can’t sleep

C Em

Stuck in reverse

Verse 2

C Em

And the tears come streaming down your face

C Em

When you lose something you can’t replace

C Em

When you love someone but it goes to waste

C Em

Could it be worse

Chorus

G D C

Lights will guide you home

G D

And ignite your bones

C Em C

And I will try to fix you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Fix You"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Em, G and D.

Is "Fix You" 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 "Fix You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Fix You"?

It was written by Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion, and released in 2005.