Rock, Alternative

In the End Chords

Linkin Park Beginner Key of C 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

Am · G · F · C

In the End Chords – Guitar

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Am · G · F · C

In the End Chords – Ukulele

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Am · G · F · C

In the End Chords – Piano

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Am · G · F · C

In the End Chords – Banjo

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Am · G · F · C

In the End Chords – Mandolin

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Am · G · F · C

In the End Chords – Harmonica

Linkin Park’s iconic anthem about effort and futility from their debut album Hybrid Theory. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Chords used: Am, G, F, C · Key: C · Difficulty: Beginner

Driving Rock (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Use a pick and focus on the steady down-up strumming pattern to capture the song’s energy.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

C – G – Am

F – C

G – Am

F

C – G

Am – F

C

G

Am – F

Verse 2

C – G

Am

F – C

G

Am – F

C – G – Am – F

Chorus

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Verse 3

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

C – G – Am

F

C – G

Am

F

C – G

Am – F

C

Verse 4

G – Am

F – C – G

Chorus

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Bridge

C – G

Am – F

C – G – Am

C – G

Am – F

C – G – Am

Chorus

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Practice tip: Master the four-chord progression (C, G, Am, F) slowly before adding the strum pattern. This progression repeats throughout most of the song, so getting comfortable with it is key.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "In the End"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.

Is "In the End" 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 "In the End" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "In the End"?

It was written by Mike Shinoda, and released in 2000.