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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I Will Always Love You Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I Will Always Love You Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I Will Always Love You Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I Will Always Love You Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I Will Always Love You Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I Will Always Love You Chords – Harmonica
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Range
Varies by singer
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I Will Always Love You Chords – Vocal
Dolly Parton’s timeless ballad about letting go of the person you love most. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Country Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with deep tenderness. This is one of the most emotional songs ever written — let each chord change breathe and give space for the vocals to carry the emotion.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Am – F
G
C – G
Chorus
C – Am
F – G – C – G
Verse 2
C
Am – F
G
C – G
Chorus
C – Am
F – G – C – G
Verse 3
C
Am
F – G
C – G
Final Chorus
C – Am
F – G – C – Am
F – G – Am
F – G – C (×2)
F – C
Practice tip: Simple chords (C, Am, F, G) with a slow, deliberate pace. The beauty is in the simplicity. Practice the F chord transition — it’s the only tricky part. Try Fmaj7 if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I Will Always Love You"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and F#m.
Is "I Will Always Love You" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "I Will Always Love You" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "I Will Always Love You"?
It was written by Dolly Parton, and released in 1974.