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Forever Young Chords

Alphaville Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · D · Em · C

Forever Young Chords – Guitar

Alphaville’s synth-pop classic has become an anthem for graduations and celebrations. The four-chord progression translates perfectly to acoustic guitar for singalongs.

Synth-Pop Acoustic (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Play with a steady, even strum. Let each chord ring for a full measure. This song is all about the big, anthemic feel.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G D Em

Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while

C

Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies

G D Em

Hoping for the best but expecting the worst

C

Are you gonna drop the bomb or not

Chorus

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em C

Do you really want to live forever, forever, forever

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em

Do you really want to live forever

C G

Forever young

Verse 2

G D Em

Some are like water, some are like the heat

C

Some are a melody and some are the beat

G D Em

Sooner or later they all will be gone

C

Why don’t they stay young

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Forever Young"?

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

Is "Forever Young" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Forever Young" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Forever Young"?

It was written by Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd, Frank Mertens, and released in 1984.

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · D · Em · C

Forever Young Chords – Ukulele

Alphaville’s synth-pop classic has become an anthem for graduations and celebrations. The four-chord progression translates perfectly to acoustic guitar for singalongs.

Synth-Pop Acoustic (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with a steady, even strum. Let each chord ring for a full measure. This song is all about the big, anthemic feel.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G D Em

Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while

C

Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies

G D Em

Hoping for the best but expecting the worst

C

Are you gonna drop the bomb or not

Chorus

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em C

Do you really want to live forever, forever, forever

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em

Do you really want to live forever

C G

Forever young

Verse 2

G D Em

Some are like water, some are like the heat

C

Some are a melody and some are the beat

G D Em

Sooner or later they all will be gone

C

Why don’t they stay young

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Forever Young"?

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

Is "Forever Young" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Forever Young" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Forever Young"?

It was written by Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd, Frank Mertens, and released in 1984.

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · D · Em · C

Forever Young Chords – Piano

Alphaville’s synth-pop classic has become an anthem for graduations and celebrations. The four-chord progression translates perfectly to acoustic guitar for singalongs.

Synth-Pop Acoustic (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with a steady, even strum. Let each chord ring for a full measure. This song is all about the big, anthemic feel.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G D Em

Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while

C

Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies

G D Em

Hoping for the best but expecting the worst

C

Are you gonna drop the bomb or not

Chorus

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em C

Do you really want to live forever, forever, forever

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em

Do you really want to live forever

C G

Forever young

Verse 2

G D Em

Some are like water, some are like the heat

C

Some are a melody and some are the beat

G D Em

Sooner or later they all will be gone

C

Why don’t they stay young

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Forever Young"?

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

Is "Forever Young" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Forever Young" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Forever Young"?

It was written by Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd, Frank Mertens, and released in 1984.

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · D · Em · C

Forever Young Chords – Banjo

Alphaville’s synth-pop classic has become an anthem for graduations and celebrations. The four-chord progression translates perfectly to acoustic guitar for singalongs.

Synth-Pop Acoustic (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with a steady, even strum. Let each chord ring for a full measure. This song is all about the big, anthemic feel.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G D Em

Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while

C

Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies

G D Em

Hoping for the best but expecting the worst

C

Are you gonna drop the bomb or not

Chorus

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em C

Do you really want to live forever, forever, forever

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em

Do you really want to live forever

C G

Forever young

Verse 2

G D Em

Some are like water, some are like the heat

C

Some are a melody and some are the beat

G D Em

Sooner or later they all will be gone

C

Why don’t they stay young

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Forever Young"?

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

Is "Forever Young" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Forever Young" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Forever Young"?

It was written by Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd, Frank Mertens, and released in 1984.

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · D · Em · C

Forever Young Chords – Mandolin

Alphaville’s synth-pop classic has become an anthem for graduations and celebrations. The four-chord progression translates perfectly to acoustic guitar for singalongs.

Synth-Pop Acoustic (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with a steady, even strum. Let each chord ring for a full measure. This song is all about the big, anthemic feel.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G D Em

Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while

C

Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies

G D Em

Hoping for the best but expecting the worst

C

Are you gonna drop the bomb or not

Chorus

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em C

Do you really want to live forever, forever, forever

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em

Do you really want to live forever

C G

Forever young

Verse 2

G D Em

Some are like water, some are like the heat

C

Some are a melody and some are the beat

G D Em

Sooner or later they all will be gone

C

Why don’t they stay young

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Forever Young"?

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

Is "Forever Young" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Forever Young" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Forever Young"?

It was written by Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd, Frank Mertens, and released in 1984.

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · D · Em · C

Forever Young Chords – Harmonica

Alphaville’s synth-pop classic has become an anthem for graduations and celebrations. The four-chord progression translates perfectly to acoustic guitar for singalongs.

Synth-Pop Acoustic (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play with a steady, even strum. Let each chord ring for a full measure. This song is all about the big, anthemic feel.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G D Em

Let’s dance in style, let’s dance for a while

C

Heaven can wait we’re only watching the skies

G D Em

Hoping for the best but expecting the worst

C

Are you gonna drop the bomb or not

Chorus

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em C

Do you really want to live forever, forever, forever

G D Em C

Forever young, I want to be forever young

G D Em

Do you really want to live forever

C G

Forever young

Verse 2

G D Em

Some are like water, some are like the heat

C

Some are a melody and some are the beat

G D Em

Sooner or later they all will be gone

C

Why don’t they stay young

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Forever Young"?

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

Is "Forever Young" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "Forever Young" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Forever Young"?

It was written by Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd, Frank Mertens, and released in 1984.