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FAQ
What are the chords for It Was A Very Good Year?
The chords for It Was A Very Good Year are: Em, Em6, Bm, B7, F, G, E, D, Bmaj7, Esus2, B/D#, C#m
What is the original key of It Was A Very Good Year?
The original key is Dm.
What is the difficulty of playing It Was A Very Good Year?
The difficulty level is Advanced.
Can I play It Was A Very Good Year in another key?
Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.
Can It Was A Very Good Year be played on an acoustic guitar?
Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.
Can I play It Was A Very Good Year on ukulele?
Chord It Was A Very Good Year can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.
How many chords are used in It Was A Very Good Year?
It Was A Very Good Year uses 12 chords: Em, Em6, Bm, B7, F, G, E, D, Bmaj7, Esus2, B/D#, C#m
What is the easiest way to play It Was A Very Good Year?
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 It Was A Very Good Year released in?
It Was A Very Good Year was released in the 1960s. See more 1960s songs here
Are there easier chord versions for It Was A Very Good Year?
Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch It Was A Very Good Year to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.