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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · Em · D
Like Real People Do Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · Em · D
Like Real People Do Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · Em · D
Like Real People Do Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · Em · D
Like Real People Do Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · Em · D
Like Real People Do Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · Em · D
Like Real People Do Chords – Harmonica
A hauntingly beautiful folk song by Hozier about love, memory, and rediscovery. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out to match the song’s gentle feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C (×4)
Chorus
G – C (×4)
Verse 2
G – C (×4)
Chorus
G – C (×4)
Bridge
G – C (×2)
G – C – G
Chorus
G – C (×4)
Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly and strumming slowly to capture the song’s intimate mood.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Like Real People Do"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, Em and D.
Is "Like Real People Do" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Like Real People Do" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Like Real People Do"?
It was written by Andrew Hozier-Byrne, and released in 2013.