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Just Like Heaven Chords

The Cure Intermediate Key of A 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

A

Difficulty

Intermediate

Capo

None

Chords

A · Bm · E · D

Just Like Heaven Chords – Guitar

The Cure’s most beloved song features one of the most iconic guitar intros in alternative rock history. The jangly, shimmering guitar and dreamy lyrics create pure pop perfection.

Jangly New Wave (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: The iconic intro riff uses single notes on the A and E shapes. For acoustic, focus on bright, jangly strumming. Keep the tempo upbeat and let the chords shimmer with energy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

A Bm

Show me, show me, show me how you do that trick

E D

The one that makes me scream, she said

A Bm

The one that makes me laugh, she said

E D

And threw her arms around my neck

Chorus

A

You, soft and only

Bm

You, lost and lonely

E D

You, strange as angels

A Bm E D

Dancing in the deepest oceans, twisting in the water

A

You’re just like a dream

Verse 2

A Bm

Spinning on that dizzy edge

E D

I kissed her face and kissed her head

A Bm

And dreamed of all the different ways

E D

I had to make her glow

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Just Like Heaven"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and D.

Is "Just Like Heaven" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Just Like Heaven" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Just Like Heaven"?

It was written by Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, Porl Thompson, Boris Williams, Lol Tolhurst, and released in 1987.

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Key

A

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

A · Bm · E · D

Just Like Heaven Chords – Ukulele

The Cure’s most beloved song features one of the most iconic guitar intros in alternative rock history. The jangly, shimmering guitar and dreamy lyrics create pure pop perfection.

Jangly New Wave (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: The iconic intro riff uses single notes on the A and E shapes. For acoustic, focus on bright, jangly strumming. Keep the tempo upbeat and let the chords shimmer with energy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

A Bm

Show me, show me, show me how you do that trick

E D

The one that makes me scream, she said

A Bm

The one that makes me laugh, she said

E D

And threw her arms around my neck

Chorus

A

You, soft and only

Bm

You, lost and lonely

E D

You, strange as angels

A Bm E D

Dancing in the deepest oceans, twisting in the water

A

You’re just like a dream

Verse 2

A Bm

Spinning on that dizzy edge

E D

I kissed her face and kissed her head

A Bm

And dreamed of all the different ways

E D

I had to make her glow

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Just Like Heaven"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and D.

Is "Just Like Heaven" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Just Like Heaven" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Just Like Heaven"?

It was written by Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, Porl Thompson, Boris Williams, Lol Tolhurst, and released in 1987.

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Etap to play

Dtap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Intermediate

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

A · Bm · E · D

Just Like Heaven Chords – Piano

The Cure’s most beloved song features one of the most iconic guitar intros in alternative rock history. The jangly, shimmering guitar and dreamy lyrics create pure pop perfection.

Jangly New Wave (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: The iconic intro riff uses single notes on the A and E shapes. For acoustic, focus on bright, jangly strumming. Keep the tempo upbeat and let the chords shimmer with energy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

A Bm

Show me, show me, show me how you do that trick

E D

The one that makes me scream, she said

A Bm

The one that makes me laugh, she said

E D

And threw her arms around my neck

Chorus

A

You, soft and only

Bm

You, lost and lonely

E D

You, strange as angels

A Bm E D

Dancing in the deepest oceans, twisting in the water

A

You’re just like a dream

Verse 2

A Bm

Spinning on that dizzy edge

E D

I kissed her face and kissed her head

A Bm

And dreamed of all the different ways

E D

I had to make her glow

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Just Like Heaven"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and D.

Is "Just Like Heaven" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Just Like Heaven" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Just Like Heaven"?

It was written by Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, Porl Thompson, Boris Williams, Lol Tolhurst, and released in 1987.

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Etap to play

Dtap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

A · Bm · E · D

Just Like Heaven Chords – Banjo

The Cure’s most beloved song features one of the most iconic guitar intros in alternative rock history. The jangly, shimmering guitar and dreamy lyrics create pure pop perfection.

Jangly New Wave (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: The iconic intro riff uses single notes on the A and E shapes. For acoustic, focus on bright, jangly strumming. Keep the tempo upbeat and let the chords shimmer with energy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

A Bm

Show me, show me, show me how you do that trick

E D

The one that makes me scream, she said

A Bm

The one that makes me laugh, she said

E D

And threw her arms around my neck

Chorus

A

You, soft and only

Bm

You, lost and lonely

E D

You, strange as angels

A Bm E D

Dancing in the deepest oceans, twisting in the water

A

You’re just like a dream

Verse 2

A Bm

Spinning on that dizzy edge

E D

I kissed her face and kissed her head

A Bm

And dreamed of all the different ways

E D

I had to make her glow

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Just Like Heaven"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and D.

Is "Just Like Heaven" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Just Like Heaven" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Just Like Heaven"?

It was written by Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, Porl Thompson, Boris Williams, Lol Tolhurst, and released in 1987.

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Etap to play

Dtap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

A · Bm · E · D

Just Like Heaven Chords – Mandolin

The Cure’s most beloved song features one of the most iconic guitar intros in alternative rock history. The jangly, shimmering guitar and dreamy lyrics create pure pop perfection.

Jangly New Wave (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: The iconic intro riff uses single notes on the A and E shapes. For acoustic, focus on bright, jangly strumming. Keep the tempo upbeat and let the chords shimmer with energy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

A Bm

Show me, show me, show me how you do that trick

E D

The one that makes me scream, she said

A Bm

The one that makes me laugh, she said

E D

And threw her arms around my neck

Chorus

A

You, soft and only

Bm

You, lost and lonely

E D

You, strange as angels

A Bm E D

Dancing in the deepest oceans, twisting in the water

A

You’re just like a dream

Verse 2

A Bm

Spinning on that dizzy edge

E D

I kissed her face and kissed her head

A Bm

And dreamed of all the different ways

E D

I had to make her glow

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Just Like Heaven"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and D.

Is "Just Like Heaven" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Just Like Heaven" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Just Like Heaven"?

It was written by Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, Porl Thompson, Boris Williams, Lol Tolhurst, and released in 1987.

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Etap to play

Dtap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Intermediate

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

A · Bm · E · D

Just Like Heaven Chords – Harmonica

The Cure’s most beloved song features one of the most iconic guitar intros in alternative rock history. The jangly, shimmering guitar and dreamy lyrics create pure pop perfection.

Jangly New Wave (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑↓↑

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Tip: The iconic intro riff uses single notes on the A and E shapes. For acoustic, focus on bright, jangly strumming. Keep the tempo upbeat and let the chords shimmer with energy.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

A Bm

Show me, show me, show me how you do that trick

E D

The one that makes me scream, she said

A Bm

The one that makes me laugh, she said

E D

And threw her arms around my neck

Chorus

A

You, soft and only

Bm

You, lost and lonely

E D

You, strange as angels

A Bm E D

Dancing in the deepest oceans, twisting in the water

A

You’re just like a dream

Verse 2

A Bm

Spinning on that dizzy edge

E D

I kissed her face and kissed her head

A Bm

And dreamed of all the different ways

E D

I had to make her glow

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Just Like Heaven"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and D.

Is "Just Like Heaven" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Just Like Heaven" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Just Like Heaven"?

It was written by Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, Porl Thompson, Boris Williams, Lol Tolhurst, and released in 1987.