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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · C · G · F
This Is Me Trying Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · C · G · F
This Is Me Trying Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · C · G · F
This Is Me Trying Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · C · G · F
This Is Me Trying Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · C · G · F
This Is Me Trying Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · C · G · F
This Is Me Trying Chords – Harmonica
A poignant song by Taylor Swift about vulnerability and the struggle for self-improvement. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Gentle Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out to match the song’s reflective mood.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F – C (×8)
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Verse 2
F – C (×8)
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Bridge
Am
F – C – G
Am – F – C
G
Chorus
F – C (×4)
Outro
F – C (×4)
Practice tip: Master the simple F-C chord change first, as it’s the core of the song, before adding the Am and G in the bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "This Is Me Trying"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G and F.
Is "This Is Me Trying" 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 "This Is Me Trying" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "This Is Me Trying"?
It was written by Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff, and released in 2020.