Let Her Go Guitar Chords
Easy guitar chords by Passenger · Key of C Major · No Capo
Chords, Key & Strumming Pattern
Chords Used
Strumming Pattern
The DU DU DU pattern is a continuous alternating down-up strum. Keep the motion flowing from the elbow, not the wrist. This pattern drives the gentle, rolling feel of the song. Practise each chord change slowly before adding the strum.
About This Song
Let Her Go is a 2012 acoustic pop ballad by British singer-songwriter Passenger (Michael David Rosenberg). Released on the album All the Little Lights, it became a worldwide hit, spending weeks at #1 across Europe. With five open chords in C major and no capo needed, it is a perfect beginner song that sounds impressive immediately.
Song Arrangement — Chord Chart
Chorus
F C G Am F C G F C G Am F C G F
Instrumental
Am F G Em Am F G
Verse 1
Am F G Em Am F G Am F G Em Am F G
Verse 2
Am F G Em Am G Am F G Am Am F G
Bridge
Am F G Am F G Am F G Em
Interlude
Am F G
Chorus (One Strum)
F C G Am F C G N.C. Am
Frequently Asked Questions
How many chords are in Let Her Go?
Let Her Go uses 5 chords: C, G, F, Am, and Em — all open chords that beginners can learn quickly.
Do I need a capo for Let Her Go?
No capo is required to play Let Her Go in C major as shown in this chord sheet.
What is the strumming pattern for Let Her Go?
The strumming pattern is DU DU DU — a continuous alternating down-up strum that gives the song its flowing, gentle feel.
Is Let Her Go a good beginner guitar song?
Yes, Let Her Go is excellent for beginners. It uses only 5 open chords in C major and a simple, repetitive strum pattern that is easy to maintain.
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