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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · F · C · G
The Longest Goodbye Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · F · C · G
The Longest Goodbye Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · F · C · G
The Longest Goodbye Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · F · C · G
The Longest Goodbye Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · F · C · G
The Longest Goodbye Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · F · C · G
The Longest Goodbye Chords – Harmonica
Katy Perry’s poignant ballad about the painful, drawn-out end of a relationship. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Ballad Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a gentle, consistent strum to match the song’s emotional tone.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Am
F
G
Chorus
C
Am
F
G
C
Am
F
G
Verse 2
C
Am
F
G
Chorus
C
Am
F
G
C
Am
F
G
Bridge
Am
F
Am
F
G
Chorus
C
Am
F
G
C
Am
F
G
Outro
C
Am
F
G
C
Practice tip: Master the simple C-Am-F-G progression before adding the vocal melody; it repeats throughout the entire song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "The Longest Goodbye"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, F, C and G.
Is "The Longest Goodbye" 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 "The Longest Goodbye" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "The Longest Goodbye"?
It was written by Katy Perry, Jon Bellion, Daylight, and released in 2024.