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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
If We Were Vampires Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
If We Were Vampires Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
If We Were Vampires Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
If We Were Vampires Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
If We Were Vampires Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Dm
If We Were Vampires Chords – Harmonica
Jason Isbell’s poignant ballad about love and mortality from the album *The Nashville Sound*. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to sound in the key of A. This makes the chords easier for beginners.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
G – C – D – G
Verse 2
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
G – C – D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G – D (×6)
Verse 3
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
G – C – D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G – D (×6)
Bridge
C – G – D (×4)
Chorus
C – G
D – Em
C – G – D (×6)
Practice tip: Focus on the steady, gentle strumming pattern. The emotional weight of the song comes from the lyrics, so keep your playing simple and consistent to support your singing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "If We Were Vampires"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, C, F and Dm.
Is "If We Were Vampires" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "If We Were Vampires" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "If We Were Vampires"?
It was written by Jason Isbell, and released in 2017.