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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Em · G · D · C
Running Up That Hill Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Em · G · D · C
Running Up That Hill Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Em · G · D · C
Running Up That Hill Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Em · G · D · C
Running Up That Hill Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Em · G · D · C
Running Up That Hill Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Em · G · D · C
Running Up That Hill Chords – Harmonica
Kate Bush’s iconic 1985 song about swapping perspectives to overcome relationship struggles. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Driving Arpeggio (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play the shapes as written for the original key, or play without a capo for the key of A.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F#m
D – A
F#m – D
A – E
F#m – D
Chorus
A
E
F#m – D
A
E
F#m – D
A – E
Verse 2
F#m
D – A
F#m – D
A
E
F#m – D
Chorus
A
E
F#m – D
A
E
F#m – D
A – E
Bridge
F#m
D
A – E
Chorus
A
E
F#m – D
A
E
F#m – D
A – E
Outro
C#m
E
A
C#m
E
A
Practice tip: Master the F#m to D transition, as it’s the core of the verse progression; practice with a steady, pulsing arpeggio to match the song’s atmospheric drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Running Up That Hill"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: Am, Em, G, D and C.
Is "Running Up That Hill" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Running Up That Hill" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Running Up That Hill"?
It was written by Kate Bush, and released in 1985.