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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Now and Then Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Now and Then Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Now and Then Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Now and Then Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Now and Then Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Em · G · C · D
Now and Then Chords – Harmonica
A poignant final Beatles song completed with AI assistance. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Ballad Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G shapes for the correct key, or play the chords as written without a capo.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
E
D
A
Verse 2
A
E
D
A
Chorus
F#m
D
A
E
D
Verse 3
A
E
D
A
Chorus
F#m
D
A
E
D
Bridge
F#m
D
F#m
D
Chorus
F#m
D
A
E
D
Outro
A
E
D
A
Practice tip: The chord progression A – E – D – A is the core of the song; master this loop before adding the F#m in the chorus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Now and Then"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, Em, G, C and D.
Is "Now and Then" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Now and Then" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Now and Then"?
It was written by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, and released in 2023.