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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Ophelia Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Ophelia Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Ophelia Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Ophelia Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Ophelia Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Ophelia Chords – Harmonica
A folk-rock anthem by The Lumineers about a captivating but elusive figure. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original recording’s key of Eb.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G – F
C – G
F – C
G – F
C – G
F – C
Chorus
F – C – G (×2)
Verse 2
C – G – F
C – G
F – C
G – F
C – G
F – C
Chorus
F – C – G (×2)
Bridge
C – G
F – C
G – F
C – G
F – C
G – F
Chorus
F – C – G (×2)
Outro
C – G – F (×4)
Practice tip: Master the simple C, G, and F chord progression before adding the vocal melody, as the rhythm is the song’s driving force.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Ophelia"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, F, C and G.
Is "Ophelia" 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 "Ophelia" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Ophelia"?
It was written by Wesley Schultz, Jeremiah Fraites, and released in 2016.