Dtap to play
D/F#tap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
D · D/F# · G · A
Thinking Out Loud Chords – Guitar
Dtap to play
D/F#tap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · D/F# · G · A
Thinking Out Loud Chords – Ukulele
Dtap to play
D/F#tap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · D/F# · G · A
Thinking Out Loud Chords – Piano
Dtap to play
D/F#tap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · D/F# · G · A
Thinking Out Loud Chords – Banjo
Dtap to play
D/F#tap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · D/F# · G · A
Thinking Out Loud Chords – Mandolin
Dtap to play
D/F#tap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · D/F# · G · A
Thinking Out Loud Chords – Harmonica
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Four chords
D, [chord:D/F#], G, and A. The D/F# adds a nice bass walk-up.
2
Smooth groove
Play with a gentle, soulful groove. Fingerpick or use a light strum pattern.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – D/F#
G – A
D – D/F# – G
A
Chorus
D – D/F#
G – A
D – D/F# – G
A – D
D/F# – G – A
D – D/F# – G – A
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Thinking Out Loud"?
You need 4 Intermediate-friendly chords: D, D/F#, G and A.
Is "Thinking Out Loud" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated Intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Thinking Out Loud" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Thinking Out Loud"?
It was written by Ed Sheeran.