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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Hot to Go Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Hot to Go Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Hot to Go Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Hot to Go Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Hot to Go Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Hot to Go Chords – Harmonica
Chappell Roan’s infectious queer pop anthem with its playful call-and-response energy. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Upbeat Pop (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a bright, fun energy. This is a feel-good dance track — keep the strumming bouncy and the vibe celebratory.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – Em
C – D
G – Em
C – D
Chorus
G – Em
C – D
G – Em
C – D
Verse 2
G – Em
C – D
G – Em
C – D
Chorus
G – Em
C – D
G – Em
C – D
Bridge
Am – Em
C – D
Am – Em
C – D
Final Chorus
G – Em
C – D
G – Em
C – D
G – Em
C – D – G
Practice tip: Four easy chords (G, Em, C, D) throughout. The fun of this song is the call-and-response chorus — play it at a party and everyone will be singing along. Great for absolute beginners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Hot to Go"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Hot to Go" 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 "Hot to Go" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Hot to Go"?
It was written by Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, Dan Nigro, and released in 2023.