Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords

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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Guitar

The timeless Christmas classic filled with warmth and gentle nostalgia. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Gentle Holiday Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this slowly and warmly. It’s one of the most beautiful Christmas songs ever written — let it breathe and feel cozy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Let your heart be light
C Am F E7 Am C
From now on our troubles will be out of sight
 

Verse 2

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Make the yuletide gay
C Am F Dm G C
From now on our troubles will be miles away
 

Bridge

 
Em F
Here we are as in olden days
Em Am Dm G
Happy golden days of yore
Em F
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Dm G
Gather near to us once more
 

Verse 3

 
C Am Dm G
Through the years we all will be together
C Am Dm G
If the fates allow
C Am F E7 Am C
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
F Dm G C Am DmGC
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
 

Practice tip: The chord changes come quickly in the verses. Practice the C-Am-Dm-G sequence until it feels natural, as it repeats throughout the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.

Is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

It was written by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane, and released in 1944.

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Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Ukulele

The timeless Christmas classic filled with warmth and gentle nostalgia. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Gentle Holiday Ballad (4/4 Time)
1234

Tip: Play this slowly and warmly. It’s one of the most beautiful Christmas songs ever written — let it breathe and feel cozy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Let your heart be light
C Am F E7 Am C
From now on our troubles will be out of sight
 

Verse 2

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Make the yuletide gay
C Am F Dm G C
From now on our troubles will be miles away
 

Bridge

 
Em F
Here we are as in olden days
Em Am Dm G
Happy golden days of yore
Em F
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Dm G
Gather near to us once more
 

Verse 3

 
C Am Dm G
Through the years we all will be together
C Am Dm G
If the fates allow
C Am F E7 Am C
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
F Dm G C Am DmGC
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
 

Practice tip: The chord changes come quickly in the verses. Practice the C-Am-Dm-G sequence until it feels natural, as it repeats throughout the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.

Is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

It was written by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane, and released in 1944.

Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Emtap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Piano

The timeless Christmas classic filled with warmth and gentle nostalgia. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Gentle Holiday Ballad (4/4 Time)
1234

Tip: Play this slowly and warmly. It’s one of the most beautiful Christmas songs ever written — let it breathe and feel cozy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Let your heart be light
C Am F E7 Am C
From now on our troubles will be out of sight
 

Verse 2

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Make the yuletide gay
C Am F Dm G C
From now on our troubles will be miles away
 

Bridge

 
Em F
Here we are as in olden days
Em Am Dm G
Happy golden days of yore
Em F
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Dm G
Gather near to us once more
 

Verse 3

 
C Am Dm G
Through the years we all will be together
C Am Dm G
If the fates allow
C Am F E7 Am C
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
F Dm G C Am DmGC
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
 

Practice tip: The chord changes come quickly in the verses. Practice the C-Am-Dm-G sequence until it feels natural, as it repeats throughout the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.

Is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

It was written by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane, and released in 1944.

Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Emtap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Banjo

The timeless Christmas classic filled with warmth and gentle nostalgia. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Gentle Holiday Ballad (4/4 Time)
1234

Tip: Play this slowly and warmly. It’s one of the most beautiful Christmas songs ever written — let it breathe and feel cozy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Let your heart be light
C Am F E7 Am C
From now on our troubles will be out of sight
 

Verse 2

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Make the yuletide gay
C Am F Dm G C
From now on our troubles will be miles away
 

Bridge

 
Em F
Here we are as in olden days
Em Am Dm G
Happy golden days of yore
Em F
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Dm G
Gather near to us once more
 

Verse 3

 
C Am Dm G
Through the years we all will be together
C Am Dm G
If the fates allow
C Am F E7 Am C
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
F Dm G C Am DmGC
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
 

Practice tip: The chord changes come quickly in the verses. Practice the C-Am-Dm-G sequence until it feels natural, as it repeats throughout the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.

Is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

It was written by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane, and released in 1944.

Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Emtap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Mandolin

The timeless Christmas classic filled with warmth and gentle nostalgia. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Gentle Holiday Ballad (4/4 Time)
1234

Tip: Play this slowly and warmly. It’s one of the most beautiful Christmas songs ever written — let it breathe and feel cozy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Let your heart be light
C Am F E7 Am C
From now on our troubles will be out of sight
 

Verse 2

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Make the yuletide gay
C Am F Dm G C
From now on our troubles will be miles away
 

Bridge

 
Em F
Here we are as in olden days
Em Am Dm G
Happy golden days of yore
Em F
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Dm G
Gather near to us once more
 

Verse 3

 
C Am Dm G
Through the years we all will be together
C Am Dm G
If the fates allow
C Am F E7 Am C
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
F Dm G C Am DmGC
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
 

Practice tip: The chord changes come quickly in the verses. Practice the C-Am-Dm-G sequence until it feels natural, as it repeats throughout the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.

Is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

It was written by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane, and released in 1944.

Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Emtap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · Dm · G · F · Em

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Chords – Harmonica

The timeless Christmas classic filled with warmth and gentle nostalgia. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Gentle Holiday Ballad (4/4 Time)
1234

Tip: Play this slowly and warmly. It’s one of the most beautiful Christmas songs ever written — let it breathe and feel cozy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Let your heart be light
C Am F E7 Am C
From now on our troubles will be out of sight
 

Verse 2

 
C Am Dm G
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
C Am Dm G
Make the yuletide gay
C Am F Dm G C
From now on our troubles will be miles away
 

Bridge

 
Em F
Here we are as in olden days
Em Am Dm G
Happy golden days of yore
Em F
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Dm G
Gather near to us once more
 

Verse 3

 
C Am Dm G
Through the years we all will be together
C Am Dm G
If the fates allow
C Am F E7 Am C
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough
F Dm G C Am DmGC
And have yourself a merry little Christmas now
 

Practice tip: The chord changes come quickly in the verses. Practice the C-Am-Dm-G sequence until it feels natural, as it repeats throughout the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: C, Am, Dm, G, F and Em.

Is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"?

It was written by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane, and released in 1944.