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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · G · A · F#m · Bm
I Can See Clearly Now Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · G · A · F#m · Bm
I Can See Clearly Now Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · G · A · F#m · Bm
I Can See Clearly Now Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · G · A · F#m · Bm
I Can See Clearly Now Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · G · A · F#m · Bm
I Can See Clearly Now Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · G · A · F#m · Bm
I Can See Clearly Now Chords – Harmonica
Johnny Nash’s uplifting reggae-pop classic about overcoming obstacles with optimism. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Reggae Pop (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a light, bouncy reggae feel. Accent the off-beats (the “and” of each beat) for an authentic reggae rhythm. Keep it bright and sunny.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – G
D – A
D – G
D – A – D (×2)
Verse 2
D – G
D – A
D – G
D – A – D
Bridge
F – C
F – A
Verse 3
D – G
D – A
D – G
D – A – D (×3)
Practice tip: Three easy chords (D, G, A) with F and C in the bridge. Try the reggae strum: mute on beats 1 and 3, strum on beats 2 and 4. This is one of the happiest songs ever written.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I Can See Clearly Now"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: D, G, A, F#m and Bm.
Is "I Can See Clearly Now" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "I Can See Clearly Now" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "I Can See Clearly Now"?
It was written by Johnny Nash, and released in 1972.