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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Somewhere Only We Know Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Somewhere Only We Know Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Somewhere Only We Know Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Somewhere Only We Know Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Somewhere Only We Know Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · E · F#m · D
Somewhere Only We Know Chords – Harmonica
Keane’s piano-driven hit with a beautiful four-chord progression. One of the best easy piano songs.
Gentle Pattern (4/4 Time)
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Tip: On piano, use arpeggiated chords in the right hand with root notes in the left. The song has a gentle, flowing feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
F#m – D
Chorus
D – E
A – F#m
D – E
A
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: A E F#m D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Somewhere Only We Know"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, E, F#m and D.
Is "Somewhere Only We Know" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Somewhere Only We Know" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Somewhere Only We Know"?
It was written by Keane.