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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Summertime Sadness Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Summertime Sadness Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Summertime Sadness Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Summertime Sadness Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Summertime Sadness Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Summertime Sadness Chords – Harmonica
Lana Del Rey’s melancholic pop anthem about summer love and loss. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Slow Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, and D shapes to match the original recording’s key of A, or play the A, D, and E chords as written for simplicity.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
D
A
D
A
D – E
A
D – E
Chorus
A
D
E
A
D
Verse 2
A
D
A
D – E
Chorus
A
D
E
A
D
Bridge
D
A
E
A
Chorus
A
D
E
A
D
Outro
A
D
A
D – E
A
D
A
D – E
Practice tip: The chord progression A, D, E repeats throughout; master switching between these three chords cleanly before adding the vocal melody.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Summertime Sadness"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, Em, G and D.
Is "Summertime Sadness" 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 "Summertime Sadness" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Summertime Sadness"?
It was written by Lana Del Rey, Rick Nowels, and released in 2012.