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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Happier Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Happier Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Happier Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Happier Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Happier Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Happier Chords – Harmonica
“Happier” is one of the most vulnerable tracks on Olivia Rodrigo’s SOUR album. This gentle acoustic ballad uses four simple chords and suits a soft fingerpicking or delicate strumming style.
Gentle Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use fingerpicking throughout for the most authentic feel. Try a simple pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3, 2, 1 in sequence.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G – Am – F
C – G
Am
F – C – G
Verse 2
C – G
Am – F
C – G – Am
F – C
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Happier"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.
Is "Happier" 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 "Happier" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Happier"?
It was written by Olivia Rodrigo, Daniel Nigro, and released in 2021.