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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Maine Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Maine Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Maine Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Maine Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Maine Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · F · G
Maine Chords – Harmonica
Noah Kahan’s reflective song about distance and change, set in the state of Maine. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of D, but play the chord shapes as written for the key of C.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Verse 2
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Bridge
F – G – Am (×2)
F – G – Am – F
C – G – Am – F
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Outro
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (C, G, Am, F). Practice switching between C and F, as that is the most common transition in the progression.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Maine"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F and G.
Is "Maine" 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 "Maine" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Maine"?
It was written by Noah Kahan, and released in 2022.