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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Hard Times Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Hard Times Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Hard Times Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Hard Times Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Hard Times Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Hard Times Chords – Harmonica
Paramore’s upbeat yet lyrically dark synth-pop track about enduring personal struggles. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Pop Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret to match the original recording’s key of C#.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F – C (×4)
Chorus
G
F
G
F
C
F
G
F
Verse 2
F – C (×4)
Chorus
G
F
G
F
C
F
G
F
Bridge
F – C – G – F – C (×2)
F – C – G – F
C
F – C
Chorus
G
F
G
F
C
F
G
F
Outro
F – C (×6)
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (F, C, G). Master the F to C transition, as it’s the most common change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Hard Times"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Hard Times" 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 "Hard Times" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Hard Times"?
It was written by Hayley Williams, Taylor York, and released in 2017.