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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Help Me Make It Through the Night Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Help Me Make It Through the Night Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Help Me Make It Through the Night Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Help Me Make It Through the Night Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Help Me Make It Through the Night Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Help Me Make It Through the Night Chords – Harmonica
Kris Kristofferson’s classic country ballad about seeking comfort and companionship. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Slow Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a slow, steady tempo and let the chords ring out.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Practice tip: Master the G-C-D chord progression before adding the Em in the bridge for a smoother performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Help Me Make It Through the Night"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Help Me Make It Through the Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Help Me Make It Through the Night" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Help Me Make It Through the Night"?
It was written by Kris Kristofferson, and released in 1970.