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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · Em · C · D
In My Life Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · Em · C · D
In My Life Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · Em · C · D
In My Life Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · Em · C · D
In My Life Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · Em · C · D
In My Life Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · Em · C · D
In My Life Chords – Harmonica
The Beatles’ deeply nostalgic song about cherishing memories and loved ones. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Gentle Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this song tenderly. The melody is everything — keep the strumming gentle so the vocals can carry the emotion.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – Em
G7 – C – Cm
G – Em
G7 – C – Cm
Chorus
Am – D
G – Em
Am – D
G – G
Verse 2
G – Em
G7 – C – Cm
G – Em
G7 – C – Cm
Chorus
Am – D
G – Em
Am – D
G – G
Verse 3
G – Em
G7 – C – Cm
G – Em
G7 – C – Cm
G – C – Cm – G
Practice tip: The Cm chord adds beautiful color to this song. It’s a barre chord on the 3rd fret — if it’s too hard, try Cm7 or just play C and dampen the E string.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "In My Life"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.
Is "In My Life" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "In My Life" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "In My Life"?
It was written by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and released in 1965.