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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
D · Am · C · G · Dm · Em
When I Was Your Man Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · Am · C · G · Dm · Em
When I Was Your Man Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · Am · C · G · Dm · Em
When I Was Your Man Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · Am · C · G · Dm · Em
When I Was Your Man Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · Am · C · G · Dm · Em
When I Was Your Man Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · Am · C · G · Dm · Em
When I Was Your Man Chords – Harmonica
A heartbreaking piano ballad about regret and lost love. One of Bruno Mars’ most emotional songs.
Piano Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this with gentle arpeggios rather than strumming. Let each chord breathe.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – Am – C (×2)
D – Am – C – G
G – Dm – G
Pre-Chorus
Am – Em
Am – Em – Dm
Chorus
G – C (×3)
Em – Dm
G – C – G – C
Am – Dm – G
Verse 2
D – Am – C (×2)
D – Am – C – G
G – Dm – G
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "When I Was Your Man"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: D, Am, C, G, Dm and Em.
Is "When I Was Your Man" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "When I Was Your Man" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "When I Was Your Man"?
It was written by Bruno Mars, Philip Lawrence, Ari Levine, Andrew Wyatt, and released in 2013.