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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Young and Beautiful Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Young and Beautiful Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Young and Beautiful Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Young and Beautiful Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Young and Beautiful Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Young and Beautiful Chords – Harmonica
Lana Del Rey’s melancholic ballad about love, time, and beauty from the film “The Great Gatsby”. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Ballad Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a slow, steady tempo to match the song’s dramatic feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
D
A
E
A
D
Chorus
E – A
E – D
A
E
A – D
Verse 2
A
D
A
E
A
D
Chorus
E – A
E – D
A
E
A – D
Bridge
D
A
E
D
A
E
D – A
Chorus
E – A
E – D
A
E
A – D
Outro
A
D
A
Practice tip: Master the A, D, and E chords first, as the entire song is built on these three. Practice the transition from D to E, as it’s used frequently in the chorus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Young and Beautiful"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, Em, G and D.
Is "Young and Beautiful" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Young and Beautiful" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Young and Beautiful"?
It was written by Lana Del Rey, Rick Nowels, and released in 2013.