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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Save Tonight Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Save Tonight Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Save Tonight Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Save Tonight Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Save Tonight Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · F · C · G
Save Tonight Chords – Harmonica
Eagle Eye Cherry’s 1997 hit about savoring a final night together before a departure. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Folk-Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This pattern uses a percussive mute on the “and” of beat 2; lightly touch the strings with your strumming hand to create a “chick” sound.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C
G
Am
F
C
G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Verse 2
C
G
Am
F
C
G
Am
F
Chorus
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Bridge
F – G
Am – F
F – G
Am – F
F – G
Am
F
Chorus
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Outro
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Practice tip: The entire song uses only four chords (C, G, Am, F). Practice switching between them in the order they appear in the verse and chorus until you can play without pausing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Save Tonight"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, F, C and G.
Is "Save Tonight" 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 "Save Tonight" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Save Tonight"?
It was written by Eagle Eye Cherry, and released in 1997.