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Your Song Chords

Elton John Beginner Key of C 5 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

C · F · G · Am · Em

Your Song Chords – Guitar

Elton John’s first major hit is a beautifully simple love song. The conversational lyrics and warm melody have made it one of the most-covered songs in popular music.

Gentle Piano-Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Play this gently and warmly. The piano feel translates well to fingerpicking or soft strumming. Let the melody guide the dynamics – the song should feel intimate and personal.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C F G Em

It’s a little bit funny, this feeling in-side

Am Em Am F

I’m not one of those who can easily hide

C G Am F

I don’t have much money, but boy if I did

C G F C

I’d buy a big house where we both could live

Chorus

Am Em

I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind

Am F

That I put down in words

C G F C

How wonderful life is while you’re in the world

Verse 2

C F G Em

If I was a sculptor, but then a-gain no

Am Em Am F

Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show

C G Am F

I know it’s not much but it’s the best I can do

C G F C

My gift is my song and this one’s for you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Your Song"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.

Is "Your Song" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Your Song" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Your Song"?

It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1970.

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

C · F · G · Am · Em

Your Song Chords – Ukulele

Elton John’s first major hit is a beautifully simple love song. The conversational lyrics and warm melody have made it one of the most-covered songs in popular music.

Gentle Piano-Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑

1234

Tip: Play this gently and warmly. The piano feel translates well to fingerpicking or soft strumming. Let the melody guide the dynamics – the song should feel intimate and personal.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C F G Em

It’s a little bit funny, this feeling in-side

Am Em Am F

I’m not one of those who can easily hide

C G Am F

I don’t have much money, but boy if I did

C G F C

I’d buy a big house where we both could live

Chorus

Am Em

I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind

Am F

That I put down in words

C G F C

How wonderful life is while you’re in the world

Verse 2

C F G Em

If I was a sculptor, but then a-gain no

Am Em Am F

Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show

C G Am F

I know it’s not much but it’s the best I can do

C G F C

My gift is my song and this one’s for you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Your Song"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.

Is "Your Song" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Your Song" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Your Song"?

It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Amtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

C · F · G · Am · Em

Your Song Chords – Piano

Elton John’s first major hit is a beautifully simple love song. The conversational lyrics and warm melody have made it one of the most-covered songs in popular music.

Gentle Piano-Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑

1234

Tip: Play this gently and warmly. The piano feel translates well to fingerpicking or soft strumming. Let the melody guide the dynamics – the song should feel intimate and personal.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C F G Em

It’s a little bit funny, this feeling in-side

Am Em Am F

I’m not one of those who can easily hide

C G Am F

I don’t have much money, but boy if I did

C G F C

I’d buy a big house where we both could live

Chorus

Am Em

I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind

Am F

That I put down in words

C G F C

How wonderful life is while you’re in the world

Verse 2

C F G Em

If I was a sculptor, but then a-gain no

Am Em Am F

Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show

C G Am F

I know it’s not much but it’s the best I can do

C G F C

My gift is my song and this one’s for you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Your Song"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.

Is "Your Song" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Your Song" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Your Song"?

It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Amtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

C · F · G · Am · Em

Your Song Chords – Banjo

Elton John’s first major hit is a beautifully simple love song. The conversational lyrics and warm melody have made it one of the most-covered songs in popular music.

Gentle Piano-Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑

1234

Tip: Play this gently and warmly. The piano feel translates well to fingerpicking or soft strumming. Let the melody guide the dynamics – the song should feel intimate and personal.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C F G Em

It’s a little bit funny, this feeling in-side

Am Em Am F

I’m not one of those who can easily hide

C G Am F

I don’t have much money, but boy if I did

C G F C

I’d buy a big house where we both could live

Chorus

Am Em

I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind

Am F

That I put down in words

C G F C

How wonderful life is while you’re in the world

Verse 2

C F G Em

If I was a sculptor, but then a-gain no

Am Em Am F

Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show

C G Am F

I know it’s not much but it’s the best I can do

C G F C

My gift is my song and this one’s for you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Your Song"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.

Is "Your Song" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Your Song" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Your Song"?

It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Amtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

C · F · G · Am · Em

Your Song Chords – Mandolin

Elton John’s first major hit is a beautifully simple love song. The conversational lyrics and warm melody have made it one of the most-covered songs in popular music.

Gentle Piano-Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑

1234

Tip: Play this gently and warmly. The piano feel translates well to fingerpicking or soft strumming. Let the melody guide the dynamics – the song should feel intimate and personal.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C F G Em

It’s a little bit funny, this feeling in-side

Am Em Am F

I’m not one of those who can easily hide

C G Am F

I don’t have much money, but boy if I did

C G F C

I’d buy a big house where we both could live

Chorus

Am Em

I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind

Am F

That I put down in words

C G F C

How wonderful life is while you’re in the world

Verse 2

C F G Em

If I was a sculptor, but then a-gain no

Am Em Am F

Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show

C G Am F

I know it’s not much but it’s the best I can do

C G F C

My gift is my song and this one’s for you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Your Song"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.

Is "Your Song" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Your Song" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Your Song"?

It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1970.

Ctap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Amtap to play

Emtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

C · F · G · Am · Em

Your Song Chords – Harmonica

Elton John’s first major hit is a beautifully simple love song. The conversational lyrics and warm melody have made it one of the most-covered songs in popular music.

Gentle Piano-Pop Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↑↓↑

1234

Tip: Play this gently and warmly. The piano feel translates well to fingerpicking or soft strumming. Let the melody guide the dynamics – the song should feel intimate and personal.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C F G Em

It’s a little bit funny, this feeling in-side

Am Em Am F

I’m not one of those who can easily hide

C G Am F

I don’t have much money, but boy if I did

C G F C

I’d buy a big house where we both could live

Chorus

Am Em

I hope you don’t mind, I hope you don’t mind

Am F

That I put down in words

C G F C

How wonderful life is while you’re in the world

Verse 2

C F G Em

If I was a sculptor, but then a-gain no

Am Em Am F

Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show

C G Am F

I know it’s not much but it’s the best I can do

C G F C

My gift is my song and this one’s for you

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Your Song"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.

Is "Your Song" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Your Song" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Your Song"?

It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1970.