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Make It with You Chords

Bread Beginner Key of C 5 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

C · Am · F · G · Dm

Make It with You Chords – Guitar

Bread’s classic romantic ballad about a hopeful love proposal. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a gentle, steady strum to match the song’s tender mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C G

Hey, have you ever tried

F C

Really reaching out for the other side?

G C

I may be climbing on rainbows

F

But baby, here goes…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Verse 2

C G

No, you don’t know me well

F C

And every little thing only time will tell

G C

But you believe the things that I do

F

And we’ll see it through…

Chorus

[F]Life can be short or it [C]can be long
[F]You can feel weak or you can feel [C]strong
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Bridge

[F]I can tell by your [C]eyes
[F]You’ve never been [C]this way before
[F]It’s not a dream, there’s noth-[C]ing to hide
And [G]for once in your life
[/verse]

Verse 3

C G

You don’t have to wonder

F C

What’s around the bend, it’s there ’til the end

G C

And if you’re ready, I am too

F

Maybe we can make it, baby…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Practice tip: Master the simple C, G, and F chord changes before adding the strum pattern, as the song’s emotion comes from the vocal melody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Make It with You"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F, G and Dm.

Is "Make It with You" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Make It with You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Make It with You"?

It was written by David Gates, and released in 1970.

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

C · Am · F · G · Dm

Make It with You Chords – Ukulele

Bread’s classic romantic ballad about a hopeful love proposal. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a gentle, steady strum to match the song’s tender mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C G

Hey, have you ever tried

F C

Really reaching out for the other side?

G C

I may be climbing on rainbows

F

But baby, here goes…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Verse 2

C G

No, you don’t know me well

F C

And every little thing only time will tell

G C

But you believe the things that I do

F

And we’ll see it through…

Chorus

[F]Life can be short or it [C]can be long
[F]You can feel weak or you can feel [C]strong
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Bridge

[F]I can tell by your [C]eyes
[F]You’ve never been [C]this way before
[F]It’s not a dream, there’s noth-[C]ing to hide
And [G]for once in your life
[/verse]

Verse 3

C G

You don’t have to wonder

F C

What’s around the bend, it’s there ’til the end

G C

And if you’re ready, I am too

F

Maybe we can make it, baby…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Practice tip: Master the simple C, G, and F chord changes before adding the strum pattern, as the song’s emotion comes from the vocal melody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Make It with You"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F, G and Dm.

Is "Make It with You" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Make It with You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Make It with You"?

It was written by David Gates, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Amtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Dmtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

C · Am · F · G · Dm

Make It with You Chords – Piano

Bread’s classic romantic ballad about a hopeful love proposal. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a gentle, steady strum to match the song’s tender mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C G

Hey, have you ever tried

F C

Really reaching out for the other side?

G C

I may be climbing on rainbows

F

But baby, here goes…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Verse 2

C G

No, you don’t know me well

F C

And every little thing only time will tell

G C

But you believe the things that I do

F

And we’ll see it through…

Chorus

[F]Life can be short or it [C]can be long
[F]You can feel weak or you can feel [C]strong
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Bridge

[F]I can tell by your [C]eyes
[F]You’ve never been [C]this way before
[F]It’s not a dream, there’s noth-[C]ing to hide
And [G]for once in your life
[/verse]

Verse 3

C G

You don’t have to wonder

F C

What’s around the bend, it’s there ’til the end

G C

And if you’re ready, I am too

F

Maybe we can make it, baby…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Practice tip: Master the simple C, G, and F chord changes before adding the strum pattern, as the song’s emotion comes from the vocal melody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Make It with You"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F, G and Dm.

Is "Make It with You" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Make It with You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Make It with You"?

It was written by David Gates, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Amtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Dmtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

C · Am · F · G · Dm

Make It with You Chords – Banjo

Bread’s classic romantic ballad about a hopeful love proposal. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a gentle, steady strum to match the song’s tender mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C G

Hey, have you ever tried

F C

Really reaching out for the other side?

G C

I may be climbing on rainbows

F

But baby, here goes…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Verse 2

C G

No, you don’t know me well

F C

And every little thing only time will tell

G C

But you believe the things that I do

F

And we’ll see it through…

Chorus

[F]Life can be short or it [C]can be long
[F]You can feel weak or you can feel [C]strong
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Bridge

[F]I can tell by your [C]eyes
[F]You’ve never been [C]this way before
[F]It’s not a dream, there’s noth-[C]ing to hide
And [G]for once in your life
[/verse]

Verse 3

C G

You don’t have to wonder

F C

What’s around the bend, it’s there ’til the end

G C

And if you’re ready, I am too

F

Maybe we can make it, baby…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Practice tip: Master the simple C, G, and F chord changes before adding the strum pattern, as the song’s emotion comes from the vocal melody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Make It with You"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F, G and Dm.

Is "Make It with You" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Make It with You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Make It with You"?

It was written by David Gates, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Amtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Dmtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

C · Am · F · G · Dm

Make It with You Chords – Mandolin

Bread’s classic romantic ballad about a hopeful love proposal. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a gentle, steady strum to match the song’s tender mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C G

Hey, have you ever tried

F C

Really reaching out for the other side?

G C

I may be climbing on rainbows

F

But baby, here goes…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Verse 2

C G

No, you don’t know me well

F C

And every little thing only time will tell

G C

But you believe the things that I do

F

And we’ll see it through…

Chorus

[F]Life can be short or it [C]can be long
[F]You can feel weak or you can feel [C]strong
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Bridge

[F]I can tell by your [C]eyes
[F]You’ve never been [C]this way before
[F]It’s not a dream, there’s noth-[C]ing to hide
And [G]for once in your life
[/verse]

Verse 3

C G

You don’t have to wonder

F C

What’s around the bend, it’s there ’til the end

G C

And if you’re ready, I am too

F

Maybe we can make it, baby…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Practice tip: Master the simple C, G, and F chord changes before adding the strum pattern, as the song’s emotion comes from the vocal melody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Make It with You"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F, G and Dm.

Is "Make It with You" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Make It with You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Make It with You"?

It was written by David Gates, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Amtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Dmtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

C · Am · F · G · Dm

Make It with You Chords – Harmonica

Bread’s classic romantic ballad about a hopeful love proposal. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Use a gentle, steady strum to match the song’s tender mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C G

Hey, have you ever tried

F C

Really reaching out for the other side?

G C

I may be climbing on rainbows

F

But baby, here goes…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Verse 2

C G

No, you don’t know me well

F C

And every little thing only time will tell

G C

But you believe the things that I do

F

And we’ll see it through…

Chorus

[F]Life can be short or it [C]can be long
[F]You can feel weak or you can feel [C]strong
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Bridge

[F]I can tell by your [C]eyes
[F]You’ve never been [C]this way before
[F]It’s not a dream, there’s noth-[C]ing to hide
And [G]for once in your life
[/verse]

Verse 3

C G

You don’t have to wonder

F C

What’s around the bend, it’s there ’til the end

G C

And if you’re ready, I am too

F

Maybe we can make it, baby…

Chorus

[F]Dreams, they’re for those who [C]sleep
[F]Life, is for us to [C]keep
And [F]if you’re wond’ring what this [C]all is leading to
[G]I want to make it with [C]you
[G]I really think that we could [C]make it, girl
[/verse]

Practice tip: Master the simple C, G, and F chord changes before adding the strum pattern, as the song’s emotion comes from the vocal melody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Make It with You"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F, G and Dm.

Is "Make It with You" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Make It with You" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Make It with You"?

It was written by David Gates, and released in 1970.