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November Rain Chords

Guns N' Roses Intermediate Key of Am 5 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

Am

Difficulty

Intermediate

Capo

None

Chords

Am · Dm · G · C · F

November Rain Chords – Guitar

One of the greatest rock ballads ever written, “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses is an epic, orchestral rock song. The guitar arrangement builds from intimate piano-like arpeggios to soaring power chords.

Epic Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

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Tip: This song is all about dynamics. Start very quietly with arpeggiated chords and build through each section. The Dm adds a darker color. Practice the Am-Dm-G-C progression until it flows naturally.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am Dm G

When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained

C F G

But darling when I hold you, don’t you know I feel the same

Am Dm G

Nothing lasts forever and we both know hearts can change

C F G Am

And it’s hard to hold a candle in the cold November rain

Chorus

C G Am

So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way

F C G

Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain

Verse 2

Am Dm

Do you need some time on your own

G

Do you need some time all alone

C F G

Oh, everybody needs some time on their own

Am Dm G

Don’t you know you need some time all alone

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "November Rain"?

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

Is "November Rain" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "November Rain" in?

It is in the key of Am.

Who wrote "November Rain"?

It was written by Axl Rose, and released in 1991.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

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Ftap to play

Key

Am

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Am · Dm · G · C · F

November Rain Chords – Ukulele

One of the greatest rock ballads ever written, “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses is an epic, orchestral rock song. The guitar arrangement builds from intimate piano-like arpeggios to soaring power chords.

Epic Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: This song is all about dynamics. Start very quietly with arpeggiated chords and build through each section. The Dm adds a darker color. Practice the Am-Dm-G-C progression until it flows naturally.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am Dm G

When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained

C F G

But darling when I hold you, don’t you know I feel the same

Am Dm G

Nothing lasts forever and we both know hearts can change

C F G Am

And it’s hard to hold a candle in the cold November rain

Chorus

C G Am

So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way

F C G

Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain

Verse 2

Am Dm

Do you need some time on your own

G

Do you need some time all alone

C F G

Oh, everybody needs some time on their own

Am Dm G

Don’t you know you need some time all alone

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "November Rain"?

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

Is "November Rain" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "November Rain" in?

It is in the key of Am.

Who wrote "November Rain"?

It was written by Axl Rose, and released in 1991.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Key

Am

Difficulty

Intermediate

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Am · Dm · G · C · F

November Rain Chords – Piano

One of the greatest rock ballads ever written, “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses is an epic, orchestral rock song. The guitar arrangement builds from intimate piano-like arpeggios to soaring power chords.

Epic Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: This song is all about dynamics. Start very quietly with arpeggiated chords and build through each section. The Dm adds a darker color. Practice the Am-Dm-G-C progression until it flows naturally.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am Dm G

When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained

C F G

But darling when I hold you, don’t you know I feel the same

Am Dm G

Nothing lasts forever and we both know hearts can change

C F G Am

And it’s hard to hold a candle in the cold November rain

Chorus

C G Am

So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way

F C G

Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain

Verse 2

Am Dm

Do you need some time on your own

G

Do you need some time all alone

C F G

Oh, everybody needs some time on their own

Am Dm G

Don’t you know you need some time all alone

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "November Rain"?

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

Is "November Rain" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "November Rain" in?

It is in the key of Am.

Who wrote "November Rain"?

It was written by Axl Rose, and released in 1991.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Key

Am

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Am · Dm · G · C · F

November Rain Chords – Banjo

One of the greatest rock ballads ever written, “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses is an epic, orchestral rock song. The guitar arrangement builds from intimate piano-like arpeggios to soaring power chords.

Epic Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: This song is all about dynamics. Start very quietly with arpeggiated chords and build through each section. The Dm adds a darker color. Practice the Am-Dm-G-C progression until it flows naturally.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am Dm G

When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained

C F G

But darling when I hold you, don’t you know I feel the same

Am Dm G

Nothing lasts forever and we both know hearts can change

C F G Am

And it’s hard to hold a candle in the cold November rain

Chorus

C G Am

So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way

F C G

Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain

Verse 2

Am Dm

Do you need some time on your own

G

Do you need some time all alone

C F G

Oh, everybody needs some time on their own

Am Dm G

Don’t you know you need some time all alone

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "November Rain"?

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

Is "November Rain" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "November Rain" in?

It is in the key of Am.

Who wrote "November Rain"?

It was written by Axl Rose, and released in 1991.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Key

Am

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Am · Dm · G · C · F

November Rain Chords – Mandolin

One of the greatest rock ballads ever written, “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses is an epic, orchestral rock song. The guitar arrangement builds from intimate piano-like arpeggios to soaring power chords.

Epic Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: This song is all about dynamics. Start very quietly with arpeggiated chords and build through each section. The Dm adds a darker color. Practice the Am-Dm-G-C progression until it flows naturally.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am Dm G

When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained

C F G

But darling when I hold you, don’t you know I feel the same

Am Dm G

Nothing lasts forever and we both know hearts can change

C F G Am

And it’s hard to hold a candle in the cold November rain

Chorus

C G Am

So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way

F C G

Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain

Verse 2

Am Dm

Do you need some time on your own

G

Do you need some time all alone

C F G

Oh, everybody needs some time on their own

Am Dm G

Don’t you know you need some time all alone

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "November Rain"?

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

Is "November Rain" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "November Rain" in?

It is in the key of Am.

Who wrote "November Rain"?

It was written by Axl Rose, and released in 1991.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Key

Am

Difficulty

Intermediate

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Am · Dm · G · C · F

November Rain Chords – Harmonica

One of the greatest rock ballads ever written, “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses is an epic, orchestral rock song. The guitar arrangement builds from intimate piano-like arpeggios to soaring power chords.

Epic Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: This song is all about dynamics. Start very quietly with arpeggiated chords and build through each section. The Dm adds a darker color. Practice the Am-Dm-G-C progression until it flows naturally.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am Dm G

When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained

C F G

But darling when I hold you, don’t you know I feel the same

Am Dm G

Nothing lasts forever and we both know hearts can change

C F G Am

And it’s hard to hold a candle in the cold November rain

Chorus

C G Am

So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way

F C G

Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain

Verse 2

Am Dm

Do you need some time on your own

G

Do you need some time all alone

C F G

Oh, everybody needs some time on their own

Am Dm G

Don’t you know you need some time all alone

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "November Rain"?

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

Is "November Rain" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "November Rain" in?

It is in the key of Am.

Who wrote "November Rain"?

It was written by Axl Rose, and released in 1991.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Gtap to play

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Key

Am

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Am · Dm · G · C · F

November Rain Chords – Violin

One of the greatest rock ballads ever written, “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses is an epic, orchestral rock song. The guitar arrangement builds from intimate piano-like arpeggios to soaring power chords.

Epic Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: This song is all about dynamics. Start very quietly with arpeggiated chords and build through each section. The Dm adds a darker color. Practice the Am-Dm-G-C progression until it flows naturally.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am Dm G

When I look into your eyes I can see a love restrained

C F G

But darling when I hold you, don’t you know I feel the same

Am Dm G

Nothing lasts forever and we both know hearts can change

C F G Am

And it’s hard to hold a candle in the cold November rain

Chorus

C G Am

So never mind the darkness, we still can find a way

F C G

Nothing lasts forever, even cold November rain

Verse 2

Am Dm

Do you need some time on your own

G

Do you need some time all alone

C F G

Oh, everybody needs some time on their own

Am Dm G

Don’t you know you need some time all alone

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "November Rain"?

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

Is "November Rain" easy to play on guitar?

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

What key is "November Rain" in?

It is in the key of Am.

Who wrote "November Rain"?

It was written by Axl Rose, and released in 1991.