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Let the Light In Chords

Lana Del Rey Beginner Key of C 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

Am · C · G · F

Let the Light In Chords – Guitar

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Am · C · G · F

Let the Light In Chords – Ukulele

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Am · C · G · F

Let the Light In Chords – Piano

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Am · C · G · F

Let the Light In Chords – Banjo

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Am · C · G · F

Let the Light In Chords – Mandolin

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Am · C · G · F

Let the Light In Chords – Harmonica

A dreamy, romantic duet by Lana Del Rey featuring Father John Misty. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

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

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

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Tip: This pattern uses Down (D) and Up (U) strums; keep it light and breezy to match the song’s mood.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Chorus

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Verse 2

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Chorus

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Bridge

F – G – Am (×4)

Chorus

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Outro

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

C – G

Am – F

Practice tip: The chords C, G, Am, and F are the only ones used. Practice switching between them slowly without the strum pattern first, then add the rhythm once your fingers know the shapes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Let the Light In"?

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

Is "Let the Light In" 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 "Let the Light In" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Let the Light In"?

It was written by Lana Del Rey, and released in 2023.