Stick Season Chords

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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F

Stick Season Chords – Guitar

Noah Kahan’s breakout hit uses four chords with a driving folk-pop feel. The fingerpicking pattern in the intro gives way to strumming.

Folk-Pop Drive (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Try fingerpicking the intro (C-G-Am-F pattern) before switching to full strumming on the first verse. Keep the rhythm driving and steady.


Song Details

Tempo, Tuning & Capo

Tempo: 118 BPM  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: Not required for this key-of-C version.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the four chords
The whole song runs on C, G, Am and F — all beginner-friendly open chords.

2
Fingerpick the intro
Pick the C-G-Am-F pattern gently before the full band comes in — it sets the folk mood.

3
Drive the strumming
Switch to the D-D-U-U-D-U pattern on the first verse and keep it steady and driving.

4
Build the chorus
Lean into fuller strums on the chorus — it is the emotional peak of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C G
And I saw your mom at the Clover on Main
Am F
She said that you moved to the city, that things didn’t change
C G
And I don’t know what to do without you, babe, now
Am F
I love Vermont but it’s the season of the sticks
 

Chorus

 
C G
I’m getting married to the cold now
Am F
It’s such a strain to be alone now
C G
I’m looking up from the ground now
Am F
I see your face in every crowd now
 

Verse 2

 
C G
And I saw your sister on the bus, she said
Am F
You were doing well, you had left me for dead
C G
And now I just miss my friend
Am F
I thought that I was tough enough
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Stick Season"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.

Is "Stick Season" 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 "Stick Season" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Stick Season"?

It was written by Noah Kahan, and released in 2022.

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Gtap to play
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Ftap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F

Stick Season Chords – Ukulele

Noah Kahan’s breakout hit uses four chords with a driving folk-pop feel. The fingerpicking pattern in the intro gives way to strumming.

Folk-Pop Drive (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Try fingerpicking the intro (C-G-Am-F pattern) before switching to full strumming on the first verse. Keep the rhythm driving and steady.


Song Details

Tempo, Tuning & Capo

Tempo: 118 BPM  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: Not required for this key-of-C version.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the four chords
The whole song runs on C, G, Am and F — all beginner-friendly open chords.

2
Fingerpick the intro
Pick the C-G-Am-F pattern gently before the full band comes in — it sets the folk mood.

3
Drive the strumming
Switch to the D-D-U-U-D-U pattern on the first verse and keep it steady and driving.

4
Build the chorus
Lean into fuller strums on the chorus — it is the emotional peak of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C G
And I saw your mom at the Clover on Main
Am F
She said that you moved to the city, that things didn’t change
C G
And I don’t know what to do without you, babe, now
Am F
I love Vermont but it’s the season of the sticks
 

Chorus

 
C G
I’m getting married to the cold now
Am F
It’s such a strain to be alone now
C G
I’m looking up from the ground now
Am F
I see your face in every crowd now
 

Verse 2

 
C G
And I saw your sister on the bus, she said
Am F
You were doing well, you had left me for dead
C G
And now I just miss my friend
Am F
I thought that I was tough enough
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Stick Season"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.

Is "Stick Season" 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 "Stick Season" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Stick Season"?

It was written by Noah Kahan, and released in 2022.

Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Amtap to play
Ftap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F

Stick Season Chords – Piano

Noah Kahan’s breakout hit uses four chords with a driving folk-pop feel. The fingerpicking pattern in the intro gives way to strumming.

Folk-Pop Drive (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Try fingerpicking the intro (C-G-Am-F pattern) before switching to full strumming on the first verse. Keep the rhythm driving and steady.


Song Details

Tempo, Tuning & Capo

Tempo: 118 BPM  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: Not required for this key-of-C version.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the four chords
The whole song runs on C, G, Am and F — all beginner-friendly open chords.

2
Fingerpick the intro
Pick the C-G-Am-F pattern gently before the full band comes in — it sets the folk mood.

3
Drive the strumming
Switch to the D-D-U-U-D-U pattern on the first verse and keep it steady and driving.

4
Build the chorus
Lean into fuller strums on the chorus — it is the emotional peak of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C G
And I saw your mom at the Clover on Main
Am F
She said that you moved to the city, that things didn’t change
C G
And I don’t know what to do without you, babe, now
Am F
I love Vermont but it’s the season of the sticks
 

Chorus

 
C G
I’m getting married to the cold now
Am F
It’s such a strain to be alone now
C G
I’m looking up from the ground now
Am F
I see your face in every crowd now
 

Verse 2

 
C G
And I saw your sister on the bus, she said
Am F
You were doing well, you had left me for dead
C G
And now I just miss my friend
Am F
I thought that I was tough enough
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Stick Season"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.

Is "Stick Season" 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 "Stick Season" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Stick Season"?

It was written by Noah Kahan, and released in 2022.

Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Amtap to play
Ftap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F

Stick Season Chords – Banjo

Noah Kahan’s breakout hit uses four chords with a driving folk-pop feel. The fingerpicking pattern in the intro gives way to strumming.

Folk-Pop Drive (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Try fingerpicking the intro (C-G-Am-F pattern) before switching to full strumming on the first verse. Keep the rhythm driving and steady.


Song Details

Tempo, Tuning & Capo

Tempo: 118 BPM  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: Not required for this key-of-C version.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the four chords
The whole song runs on C, G, Am and F — all beginner-friendly open chords.

2
Fingerpick the intro
Pick the C-G-Am-F pattern gently before the full band comes in — it sets the folk mood.

3
Drive the strumming
Switch to the D-D-U-U-D-U pattern on the first verse and keep it steady and driving.

4
Build the chorus
Lean into fuller strums on the chorus — it is the emotional peak of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C G
And I saw your mom at the Clover on Main
Am F
She said that you moved to the city, that things didn’t change
C G
And I don’t know what to do without you, babe, now
Am F
I love Vermont but it’s the season of the sticks
 

Chorus

 
C G
I’m getting married to the cold now
Am F
It’s such a strain to be alone now
C G
I’m looking up from the ground now
Am F
I see your face in every crowd now
 

Verse 2

 
C G
And I saw your sister on the bus, she said
Am F
You were doing well, you had left me for dead
C G
And now I just miss my friend
Am F
I thought that I was tough enough
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Stick Season"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.

Is "Stick Season" 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 "Stick Season" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Stick Season"?

It was written by Noah Kahan, and released in 2022.

Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Amtap to play
Ftap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F

Stick Season Chords – Mandolin

Noah Kahan’s breakout hit uses four chords with a driving folk-pop feel. The fingerpicking pattern in the intro gives way to strumming.

Folk-Pop Drive (4/4 Time)
123456

Tip: Try fingerpicking the intro (C-G-Am-F pattern) before switching to full strumming on the first verse. Keep the rhythm driving and steady.


Song Details

Tempo, Tuning & Capo

Tempo: 118 BPM  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: Not required for this key-of-C version.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the four chords
The whole song runs on C, G, Am and F — all beginner-friendly open chords.

2
Fingerpick the intro
Pick the C-G-Am-F pattern gently before the full band comes in — it sets the folk mood.

3
Drive the strumming
Switch to the D-D-U-U-D-U pattern on the first verse and keep it steady and driving.

4
Build the chorus
Lean into fuller strums on the chorus — it is the emotional peak of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C G
And I saw your mom at the Clover on Main
Am F
She said that you moved to the city, that things didn’t change
C G
And I don’t know what to do without you, babe, now
Am F
I love Vermont but it’s the season of the sticks
 

Chorus

 
C G
I’m getting married to the cold now
Am F
It’s such a strain to be alone now
C G
I’m looking up from the ground now
Am F
I see your face in every crowd now
 

Verse 2

 
C G
And I saw your sister on the bus, she said
Am F
You were doing well, you had left me for dead
C G
And now I just miss my friend
Am F
I thought that I was tough enough
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Stick Season"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.

Is "Stick Season" 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 "Stick Season" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Stick Season"?

It was written by Noah Kahan, and released in 2022.

Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Amtap to play
Ftap to play
Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F

Stick Season Chords – Harmonica

Noah Kahan’s breakout hit uses four chords with a driving folk-pop feel. The fingerpicking pattern in the intro gives way to strumming.

Folk-Pop Drive (4/4 Time)
123456

Tip: Try fingerpicking the intro (C-G-Am-F pattern) before switching to full strumming on the first verse. Keep the rhythm driving and steady.


Song Details

Tempo, Tuning & Capo

Tempo: 118 BPM  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: Not required for this key-of-C version.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the four chords
The whole song runs on C, G, Am and F — all beginner-friendly open chords.

2
Fingerpick the intro
Pick the C-G-Am-F pattern gently before the full band comes in — it sets the folk mood.

3
Drive the strumming
Switch to the D-D-U-U-D-U pattern on the first verse and keep it steady and driving.

4
Build the chorus
Lean into fuller strums on the chorus — it is the emotional peak of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
C G
And I saw your mom at the Clover on Main
Am F
She said that you moved to the city, that things didn’t change
C G
And I don’t know what to do without you, babe, now
Am F
I love Vermont but it’s the season of the sticks
 

Chorus

 
C G
I’m getting married to the cold now
Am F
It’s such a strain to be alone now
C G
I’m looking up from the ground now
Am F
I see your face in every crowd now
 

Verse 2

 
C G
And I saw your sister on the bus, she said
Am F
You were doing well, you had left me for dead
C G
And now I just miss my friend
Am F
I thought that I was tough enough
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Stick Season"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.

Is "Stick Season" 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 "Stick Season" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Stick Season"?

It was written by Noah Kahan, and released in 2022.