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With or Without You Chords

U2 Intermediate Key of D 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Capo

None

Chords

D · A · Bm · G

With or Without You Chords – Guitar

U2’s arena anthem loops four chords throughout the entire song. The Bm barre chord is the only challenge.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: If Bm is too hard, capo on fret 2 and play C-G-Am-F shapes instead.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

See the stone set in your eyes,

A

See the thorn twist in your side.

Bm

I’ll wait for you.

G

D

Sleight of hand and twist of fate,

A

On a bed of nails she makes me wait.

Bm G

And I wait without you.

Chorus

D A

With or without you,

Bm G

With or without you.

D A Bm G

I can’t live with or without you.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D A Bm G. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "With or Without You"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, A, Bm and G.

Is "With or Without You" 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 "With or Without You" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "With or Without You"?

It was written by U2.

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Gtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

D · A · Bm · G

With or Without You Chords – Ukulele

U2’s arena anthem loops four chords throughout the entire song. The Bm barre chord is the only challenge.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: If Bm is too hard, capo on fret 2 and play C-G-Am-F shapes instead.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

See the stone set in your eyes,

A

See the thorn twist in your side.

Bm

I’ll wait for you.

G

D

Sleight of hand and twist of fate,

A

On a bed of nails she makes me wait.

Bm G

And I wait without you.

Chorus

D A

With or without you,

Bm G

With or without you.

D A Bm G

I can’t live with or without you.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D A Bm G. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "With or Without You"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, A, Bm and G.

Is "With or Without You" 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 "With or Without You" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "With or Without You"?

It was written by U2.

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Gtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

D · A · Bm · G

With or Without You Chords – Piano

U2’s arena anthem loops four chords throughout the entire song. The Bm barre chord is the only challenge.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: If Bm is too hard, capo on fret 2 and play C-G-Am-F shapes instead.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

See the stone set in your eyes,

A

See the thorn twist in your side.

Bm

I’ll wait for you.

G

D

Sleight of hand and twist of fate,

A

On a bed of nails she makes me wait.

Bm G

And I wait without you.

Chorus

D A

With or without you,

Bm G

With or without you.

D A Bm G

I can’t live with or without you.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D A Bm G. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "With or Without You"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, A, Bm and G.

Is "With or Without You" 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 "With or Without You" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "With or Without You"?

It was written by U2.

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Gtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

D · A · Bm · G

With or Without You Chords – Banjo

U2’s arena anthem loops four chords throughout the entire song. The Bm barre chord is the only challenge.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: If Bm is too hard, capo on fret 2 and play C-G-Am-F shapes instead.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

See the stone set in your eyes,

A

See the thorn twist in your side.

Bm

I’ll wait for you.

G

D

Sleight of hand and twist of fate,

A

On a bed of nails she makes me wait.

Bm G

And I wait without you.

Chorus

D A

With or without you,

Bm G

With or without you.

D A Bm G

I can’t live with or without you.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D A Bm G. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "With or Without You"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, A, Bm and G.

Is "With or Without You" 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 "With or Without You" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "With or Without You"?

It was written by U2.

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Gtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

D · A · Bm · G

With or Without You Chords – Mandolin

U2’s arena anthem loops four chords throughout the entire song. The Bm barre chord is the only challenge.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: If Bm is too hard, capo on fret 2 and play C-G-Am-F shapes instead.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

See the stone set in your eyes,

A

See the thorn twist in your side.

Bm

I’ll wait for you.

G

D

Sleight of hand and twist of fate,

A

On a bed of nails she makes me wait.

Bm G

And I wait without you.

Chorus

D A

With or without you,

Bm G

With or without you.

D A Bm G

I can’t live with or without you.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D A Bm G. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "With or Without You"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, A, Bm and G.

Is "With or Without You" 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 "With or Without You" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "With or Without You"?

It was written by U2.

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Bmtap to play

Gtap to play

Key

D

Difficulty

Intermediate

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

D · A · Bm · G

With or Without You Chords – Harmonica

U2’s arena anthem loops four chords throughout the entire song. The Bm barre chord is the only challenge.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: If Bm is too hard, capo on fret 2 and play C-G-Am-F shapes instead.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

D

See the stone set in your eyes,

A

See the thorn twist in your side.

Bm

I’ll wait for you.

G

D

Sleight of hand and twist of fate,

A

On a bed of nails she makes me wait.

Bm G

And I wait without you.

Chorus

D A

With or without you,

Bm G

With or without you.

D A Bm G

I can’t live with or without you.

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D A Bm G. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "With or Without You"?

You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: D, A, Bm and G.

Is "With or Without You" 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 "With or Without You" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "With or Without You"?

It was written by U2.