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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Francis Forever Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Francis Forever Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Francis Forever Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Francis Forever Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Francis Forever Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Francis Forever Chords – Harmonica
A melancholic indie rock song by Mitski about longing and absence. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 4th fret to match the original recording’s key of E.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F – C
G
F – C
G
Chorus
F – C
G
F – C
G
Verse 2
F – C
G
F – C
G
Chorus
F – C
G
F – C
G
Bridge
F – C
G
F – C
G
Chorus
F – C
G
F – C
G
Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (F, C, G). Master the F chord shape, as it’s the most challenging for beginners, before focusing on the strum pattern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Francis Forever"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F and G.
Is "Francis Forever" 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 "Francis Forever" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Francis Forever"?
It was written by Mitski Miyawaki, and released in 2014.