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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I’ve Just Seen a Face Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I’ve Just Seen a Face Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I’ve Just Seen a Face Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I’ve Just Seen a Face Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I’ve Just Seen a Face Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
I’ve Just Seen a Face Chords – Harmonica
The Beatles’ exuberant folk-rock love-at-first-sight song from the Help! album. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Fast Folk-Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play fast and happy. This is one of the most joyful Beatles songs — the tempo is brisk and the energy is electric. Keep the strumming tight and bright.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
F#m
D
E – A
Verse 2
A
F#m
D
E – A
Chorus
E – D
A – D – A
Verse 3
A
F#m
D
E – A
Chorus
E – D
A – D – A
Outro
E – D
A – D – A
E – D
A – D – A
Practice tip: The A-F#m-D-E verse is played at a fast tempo. The F#m barre chord is the only challenge — try F#m7 (242222) or just let the open A and E strings ring. The fast tempo makes this a great strumming workout.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I’ve Just Seen a Face"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and F#m.
Is "I’ve Just Seen a Face" 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’ve Just Seen a Face" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "I’ve Just Seen a Face"?
It was written by Paul McCartney, and released in 1965.