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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Future Days Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Future Days Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Future Days Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Future Days Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Future Days Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Future Days Chords – Harmonica
A poignant ballad about enduring love and hope by Pearl Jam. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original recording’s key of Eb, but play the given C shapes.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F
C
G
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 (×2)
F
C
G
F
C
G
Chorus
F
C
G
F
C
G
Outro
F – C – G (×4)
F
C
G
F
C
G
Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (F, C, G). Master the F to C transition, as it’s the most common change, and let the lyrics guide the gentle, flowing rhythm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Future Days"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.
Is "Future Days" 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 "Future Days" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Future Days"?
It was written by Eddie Vedder, and released in 2013.