Jazz, Pop

From the Start Chords

Laufey Intermediate Key of C 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

Cmaj7tap to play

Dm7tap to play

G7tap to play

Amtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Capo

None

Chords

Cmaj7 · Dm7 · G7 · Am

From the Start Chords – Guitar

Cmaj7tap to play

Dm7tap to play

G7tap to play

Amtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Cmaj7 · Dm7 · G7 · Am

From the Start Chords – Ukulele

Cmaj7tap to play

Dm7tap to play

G7tap to play

Amtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Cmaj7 · Dm7 · G7 · Am

From the Start Chords – Piano

Cmaj7tap to play

Dm7tap to play

G7tap to play

Amtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Cmaj7 · Dm7 · G7 · Am

From the Start Chords – Banjo

Cmaj7tap to play

Dm7tap to play

G7tap to play

Amtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Cmaj7 · Dm7 · G7 · Am

From the Start Chords – Mandolin

Cmaj7tap to play

Dm7tap to play

G7tap to play

Amtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Cmaj7 · Dm7 · G7 · Am

From the Start Chords – Harmonica

Laufey’s jazzy, romantic indie-pop gem with sophisticated harmonies. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Chords used: Cmaj7, Dm7, G7, Am · Key: C · Difficulty: Intermediate

Jazz Pop (4/4 Time)

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Tip: This song has a jazzy, bossa nova feel. Try using your thumb to pluck the bass note and then brush the upper strings gently for an authentic sound.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7

Chorus

Em7 – A7

Dm7 – G7

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7

Verse 2

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7

Chorus

Em7 – A7

Dm7 – G7

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7

Bridge

Fmaj7 – Em7

Dm7 – Cmaj7

Fmaj7 – Em7

Dm7 – G7

Chorus

Em7 – A7

Dm7 – G7

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7

Cmaj7 – Am7

Dm7 – G7 – Cmaj7

Practice tip: The seventh chords (Cmaj7, Am7, Dm7, G7) give this song its jazzy flavor. If they’re new to you, start with regular C, Am, Dm, G and add the sevenths once comfortable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "From the Start"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: Cmaj7, Dm7, G7 and Am.

Is "From the Start" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "From the Start" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "From the Start"?

It was written by Laufey Lin, and released in 2023.