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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · F · Am
I See the Light Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · F · Am
I See the Light Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · F · Am
I See the Light Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · F · Am
I See the Light Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · F · Am
I See the Light Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · F · Am
I See the Light Chords – Harmonica
The romantic lantern scene song from Disney’s Tangled, “I See the Light” won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. A gorgeous duet with gentle chords that captures the magic of the moment.
Romantic Disney Waltz (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this tenderly. Fingerpicking works beautifully here. Let each chord ring and create space between notes. The song should feel like floating on water watching lanterns rise.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G – Am
F – C
Verse 2
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I See the Light"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, F and Am.
Is "I See the Light" 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 "I See the Light" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "I See the Light"?
It was written by Alan Menken, Glenn Slater, and released in 2010.