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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Climb Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Climb Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Climb Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Climb Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Climb Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
The Climb Chords – Harmonica
Miley Cyrus’s inspirational anthem about perseverance through life’s challenges. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Pop Ballad Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, while still playing the G shape chords shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
Chorus
G
C – G
D
G
C
G
D
G
C – G
Verse 2
G
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
Chorus
G
C – G
D
G
C
G
D
G
C – G
Bridge
C
G
D
G
C
G
D
Chorus
G
C – G
D
G
C – G
D
Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chords individually before trying to play the whole song, then focus on the transition from G to D, as it’s the most common change in this arrangement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "The Climb"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "The Climb" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "The Climb" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "The Climb"?
It was written by Jessi Alexander, Jon Mabe, and released in 2009.