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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · Am · F · G
We Are the People Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · Am · F · G
We Are the People Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · Am · F · G
We Are the People Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · Am · F · G
We Are the People Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · Am · F · G
We Are the People Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · Am · F · G
We Are the People Chords – Harmonica
Empire of the Sun’s anthemic synth-pop track about unity and memory. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Steady Pop (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light, consistent strum and let the chords ring out.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Verse 2
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Bridge
F – C (×4)
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Outro
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (C, G, Am, F). Practice the progression C-G-Am-F until you can switch without pausing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "We Are the People"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, Am, F and G.
Is "We Are the People" 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 "We Are the People" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "We Are the People"?
It was written by Luke Steele, Nick Littlemore, and released in 2008.