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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Godspeed Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Godspeed Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Godspeed Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Godspeed Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Godspeed Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Godspeed Chords – Harmonica
A poignant and spiritual ballad by Frank Ocean about wishing a former lover well. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Gentle Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out to match the song’s ethereal feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E
F#m
A – E
F#m
A – E
F#m
D
E
Chorus
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
Verse 2
A – E
F#m
A – E
F#m
A – E
F#m – D
E
Chorus
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
Bridge
D – E
F#m
D – E
F#m
D – E
F#m
D – E
F#m
Chorus
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
A – E
F#m – D – E
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (A, E, F#m, D). Practice switching between them slowly before adding the strum pattern to build muscle memory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Godspeed"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, Em, G, C and D.
Is "Godspeed" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Godspeed" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Godspeed"?
It was written by Frank Ocean, and released in 2016.