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Lights

Ellie Goulding

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Lights by Ellie Goulding in the key of G

Level: Advanced Decade: 2010s Genre: Electronic / Dance Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Chill / Relaxed View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
  Gm   F   D#   Cm

Verse
I Had A Way GmThen LosinFg It All On My D#Own            Cm​
I Had A HearGmt Then But TFhe Queen Has Been Overthrown          D#               Cm​
And I'm GmNot Sleeping Now, ThFe Dark Is TD#oo Hard To Beat           Cm​
And I'm GmNot Keeping Now TheF Strength I D#Need To Push Me             Cm​

Pre-Hook
You Show The Lights ThaGmt Stop Me Turn To Stone    F​
You Shine ID#t When I'm Alone        Cm​
And So I Tell GmMyself That I'll Be FStrong
And DreamiD#ng When They're Gone               Cm​

Hook
'Cause They're Calling, GmCalling, Calling Me HFome
D#Calling, Calling, Calling CmHome
You Show The Lights ThaGmt Stop Me Turn To Stone    F​
You ShineD# It When I'm Alone Home   Cm​

Verse 2
GmVoices         F I Play WitD#hin My Head      Cm​
Touch My Own SkinGm And HopeF That I'm Still Breathing.   D#               Cm​
And I ThGmink Back To When MFy Brother OfD# My Sister Slept      Cm​
GmIn An Unknown PlaceF The Only TiD#me I Feel Safe    Cm​

Instruments
  Gm   F   D#   Cm  [x2]

Outro
  Gm   F   D#   Cm
  Gm   F   A   A#
  Cm   Gm   F   D#
  Cm
Also available in: G#m (Original) C D E A

FAQ

What are the chords for Lights?

The chords for Lights are: Gm, F, D#, Cm, A, A#

What is the original key of Lights?

The original key is G#m.

What is the difficulty of playing Lights?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play Lights in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Lights be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Lights on ukulele?

Chord Lights can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Lights?

Lights uses 6 chords: Gm, F, D#, Cm, A, A#

What is the easiest way to play Lights?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Lights released in?

Lights was released in the 2010s. See more 2010s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Lights?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Lights to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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