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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · D · Em · Bm · C · Am
I Wanna Hold Your Hand Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · D · Em · Bm · C · Am
I Wanna Hold Your Hand Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · D · Em · Bm · C · Am
I Wanna Hold Your Hand Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · D · Em · Bm · C · Am
I Wanna Hold Your Hand Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · D · Em · Bm · C · Am
I Wanna Hold Your Hand Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · D · Em · Bm · C · Am
I Wanna Hold Your Hand Chords – Harmonica
The Beatles’ breakthrough hit that launched Beatlemania with its infectious joy. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Upbeat Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with pure excitement and energy. This was the song that changed everything — capture that electric joy with enthusiastic strumming.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – D
Em – B7
G – D
Em – B7
Chorus
C – D – G – Em
C – D – G
Verse 2
G – D
Em – B7
G – D
Em – B7
Chorus
C – D – G – Em
C – D – G
Bridge
Dm – G – C – Am
Dm – G – C
D – D – D
Verse 3
G – D
Em – B7
G – D
Em – B7
Chorus
C – D – G – Em (×2)
C – D – G
Practice tip: The G-D-Em-B7 verse pattern is classic Beatles. The B7 chord might be new — practice the fingering (x21202). This is one of the most joyful songs ever recorded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I Wanna Hold Your Hand"?
You need 6 beginner-friendly chords: G, D, Em, Bm, C and Am.
Is "I Wanna Hold Your Hand" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 6 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "I Wanna Hold Your Hand" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "I Wanna Hold Your Hand"?
It was written by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and released in 1963.