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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Japanese Denim Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Japanese Denim Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Japanese Denim Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Japanese Denim Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Japanese Denim Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Japanese Denim Chords – Harmonica
A soulful ballad by Daniel Caesar about enduring love and commitment. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Soulful Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a gentle, relaxed strum to match the song’s intimate feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Verse 2
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Bridge
F – G – Am (×3)
F – G
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Outro
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
F – G
Am – F
Practice tip: Master the C-G-Am-F progression slowly before adding the strum pattern, as it’s the core of the entire song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Japanese Denim"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Japanese Denim" 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 "Japanese Denim" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Japanese Denim"?
It was written by Daniel Caesar, and released in 2016.