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Nothing Else Matters Chords

Metallica Easy Key of Em 5 Chords 2 min read

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Key

Em Major

Difficulty

Easy

Capo

None

Chords

Em · Am · C · D · G

Nothing Else Matters Chords – Guitar

Metallica’s most emotional song proves that heavy metal bands can write the most beautiful ballads. The open string fingerpicking intro is instantly recognizable worldwide.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: The intro uses open strings exclusively. Let every note ring into the next. The beauty is in the sustain and the space between notes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the five chords

You need Em, Am, C, D, and G. The verse uses Em-Am-C-D-Em. The chorus uses C-G-Em.

2

Master the iconic intro

The intro picks open strings in a specific pattern: 0-0-0-0 on the high strings. It is simpler than it sounds. Start slow and let it ring.

3

Build dynamics

Start whisper-quiet with the fingerpicked intro. Build through the verse. Let the chorus open up with full strumming.

4

Learn the solo section

The middle section builds in intensity. Switch from fingerpicking to strumming gradually, mirroring the emotional arc.

5

Feel the emotion

James Hetfield wrote this about trust and vulnerability. Let that emotion come through in how softly you begin and how powerfully you build.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Guitar Version

Verse 1

Em Am

So close, no matter how far

C D

Couldn’t be much more from the heart

Em Am

Forever trusting who we are

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Verse 2

Em Am

Never opened myself this way

C D

Life is ours, we live it our way

Em Am

All these words I don’t just say

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Chorus

C G Em

Trust I seek and I find in you

C G Em

Every day for us, something new

C G Em

Open mind for a different view

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Practice tip: The intro is the gateway. Master it and the rest of the song falls into place. Spend your first three practice sessions on nothing but the intro pattern.

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Key

Em Major

Difficulty

Easy

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Em · Am · C · D · G

Nothing Else Matters Chords – Ukulele

Metallica’s most emotional song proves that heavy metal bands can write the most beautiful ballads. The open string fingerpicking intro is instantly recognizable worldwide.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The intro uses open strings exclusively. Let every note ring into the next. The beauty is in the sustain and the space between notes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the five chords

You need Em, Am, C, D, and G. The verse uses Em-Am-C-D-Em. The chorus uses C-G-Em.

2

Master the iconic intro

The intro picks open strings in a specific pattern: 0-0-0-0 on the high strings. It is simpler than it sounds. Start slow and let it ring.

3

Build dynamics

Start whisper-quiet with the fingerpicked intro. Build through the verse. Let the chorus open up with full strumming.

4

Learn the solo section

The middle section builds in intensity. Switch from fingerpicking to strumming gradually, mirroring the emotional arc.

5

Feel the emotion

James Hetfield wrote this about trust and vulnerability. Let that emotion come through in how softly you begin and how powerfully you build.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Ukulele Version

Verse 1

Em Am

So close, no matter how far

C D

Couldn’t be much more from the heart

Em Am

Forever trusting who we are

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Verse 2

Em Am

Never opened myself this way

C D

Life is ours, we live it our way

Em Am

All these words I don’t just say

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Chorus

C G Em

Trust I seek and I find in you

C G Em

Every day for us, something new

C G Em

Open mind for a different view

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Practice tip: The intro is the gateway. Master it and the rest of the song falls into place. Spend your first three practice sessions on nothing but the intro pattern.

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Key

Em Major

Difficulty

Easy

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Em · Am · C · D · G

Nothing Else Matters Chords – Piano

Metallica’s most emotional song proves that heavy metal bands can write the most beautiful ballads. The open string fingerpicking intro is instantly recognizable worldwide.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The intro uses open strings exclusively. Let every note ring into the next. The beauty is in the sustain and the space between notes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the five chords

You need Em, Am, C, D, and G. The verse uses Em-Am-C-D-Em. The chorus uses C-G-Em.

2

Master the iconic intro

The intro picks open strings in a specific pattern: 0-0-0-0 on the high strings. It is simpler than it sounds. Start slow and let it ring.

3

Build dynamics

Start whisper-quiet with the fingerpicked intro. Build through the verse. Let the chorus open up with full strumming.

4

Learn the solo section

The middle section builds in intensity. Switch from fingerpicking to strumming gradually, mirroring the emotional arc.

5

Feel the emotion

James Hetfield wrote this about trust and vulnerability. Let that emotion come through in how softly you begin and how powerfully you build.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Piano Version

Verse 1

Em Am

So close, no matter how far

C D

Couldn’t be much more from the heart

Em Am

Forever trusting who we are

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Verse 2

Em Am

Never opened myself this way

C D

Life is ours, we live it our way

Em Am

All these words I don’t just say

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Chorus

C G Em

Trust I seek and I find in you

C G Em

Every day for us, something new

C G Em

Open mind for a different view

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Practice tip: The intro is the gateway. Master it and the rest of the song falls into place. Spend your first three practice sessions on nothing but the intro pattern.

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Key

Em Major

Difficulty

Easy

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Em · Am · C · D · G

Nothing Else Matters Chords – Banjo

Metallica’s most emotional song proves that heavy metal bands can write the most beautiful ballads. The open string fingerpicking intro is instantly recognizable worldwide.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The intro uses open strings exclusively. Let every note ring into the next. The beauty is in the sustain and the space between notes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the five chords

You need Em, Am, C, D, and G. The verse uses Em-Am-C-D-Em. The chorus uses C-G-Em.

2

Master the iconic intro

The intro picks open strings in a specific pattern: 0-0-0-0 on the high strings. It is simpler than it sounds. Start slow and let it ring.

3

Build dynamics

Start whisper-quiet with the fingerpicked intro. Build through the verse. Let the chorus open up with full strumming.

4

Learn the solo section

The middle section builds in intensity. Switch from fingerpicking to strumming gradually, mirroring the emotional arc.

5

Feel the emotion

James Hetfield wrote this about trust and vulnerability. Let that emotion come through in how softly you begin and how powerfully you build.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Banjo Version

Verse 1

Em Am

So close, no matter how far

C D

Couldn’t be much more from the heart

Em Am

Forever trusting who we are

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Verse 2

Em Am

Never opened myself this way

C D

Life is ours, we live it our way

Em Am

All these words I don’t just say

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Chorus

C G Em

Trust I seek and I find in you

C G Em

Every day for us, something new

C G Em

Open mind for a different view

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Practice tip: The intro is the gateway. Master it and the rest of the song falls into place. Spend your first three practice sessions on nothing but the intro pattern.

Emtap to play

Amtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Gtap to play

Key

Em Major

Difficulty

Easy

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Em · Am · C · D · G

Nothing Else Matters Chords – Mandolin

Metallica’s most emotional song proves that heavy metal bands can write the most beautiful ballads. The open string fingerpicking intro is instantly recognizable worldwide.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The intro uses open strings exclusively. Let every note ring into the next. The beauty is in the sustain and the space between notes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the five chords

You need Em, Am, C, D, and G. The verse uses Em-Am-C-D-Em. The chorus uses C-G-Em.

2

Master the iconic intro

The intro picks open strings in a specific pattern: 0-0-0-0 on the high strings. It is simpler than it sounds. Start slow and let it ring.

3

Build dynamics

Start whisper-quiet with the fingerpicked intro. Build through the verse. Let the chorus open up with full strumming.

4

Learn the solo section

The middle section builds in intensity. Switch from fingerpicking to strumming gradually, mirroring the emotional arc.

5

Feel the emotion

James Hetfield wrote this about trust and vulnerability. Let that emotion come through in how softly you begin and how powerfully you build.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Mandolin Version

Verse 1

Em Am

So close, no matter how far

C D

Couldn’t be much more from the heart

Em Am

Forever trusting who we are

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Verse 2

Em Am

Never opened myself this way

C D

Life is ours, we live it our way

Em Am

All these words I don’t just say

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Chorus

C G Em

Trust I seek and I find in you

C G Em

Every day for us, something new

C G Em

Open mind for a different view

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Practice tip: The intro is the gateway. Master it and the rest of the song falls into place. Spend your first three practice sessions on nothing but the intro pattern.

Emtap to play

Amtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Gtap to play

Key

Em Major

Difficulty

Easy

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Em · Am · C · D · G

Nothing Else Matters Chords – Harmonica

Metallica’s most emotional song proves that heavy metal bands can write the most beautiful ballads. The open string fingerpicking intro is instantly recognizable worldwide.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: The intro uses open strings exclusively. Let every note ring into the next. The beauty is in the sustain and the space between notes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the five chords

You need Em, Am, C, D, and G. The verse uses Em-Am-C-D-Em. The chorus uses C-G-Em.

2

Master the iconic intro

The intro picks open strings in a specific pattern: 0-0-0-0 on the high strings. It is simpler than it sounds. Start slow and let it ring.

3

Build dynamics

Start whisper-quiet with the fingerpicked intro. Build through the verse. Let the chorus open up with full strumming.

4

Learn the solo section

The middle section builds in intensity. Switch from fingerpicking to strumming gradually, mirroring the emotional arc.

5

Feel the emotion

James Hetfield wrote this about trust and vulnerability. Let that emotion come through in how softly you begin and how powerfully you build.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Harmonica Version

Verse 1

Em Am

So close, no matter how far

C D

Couldn’t be much more from the heart

Em Am

Forever trusting who we are

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Verse 2

Em Am

Never opened myself this way

C D

Life is ours, we live it our way

Em Am

All these words I don’t just say

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Chorus

C G Em

Trust I seek and I find in you

C G Em

Every day for us, something new

C G Em

Open mind for a different view

C D Em

And nothing else matters

Practice tip: The intro is the gateway. Master it and the rest of the song falls into place. Spend your first three practice sessions on nothing but the intro pattern.