Olivia Rodrigo – Happier Piano & Ukulele Chord Progression and Tab

Olivia Rodrigo – Happier Piano & Ukulele Chord Progression and Tab

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This is the chords of Happier by Olivia Rodrigo on Piano, Ukulele, Guitar and Keyboard.

[Intro]
G
Her apart
Em
Like cutting her down makes you miss my wretched heart
Am
But she’s beautiful, she looks kind
Dm
She probably gives you butterflies

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G
I hope you’re happy
Em
But not like how you were with me
Am
I’m selfish I know, I can’t let you go
Dm
So find someone great, but don’t find no one better
I hope you’re happy but don’t be happier
G                          Em                                   Am                   Dm
Oooh ooh oh oh oh oooh ooh ooh oh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ahh

How to play Happier: key, chords and progression

Happier by Olivia Rodrigo is centred on A minor (no sharps or flats). The song uses 4 chords: G, Em, Am and Dm.

The progression the song keeps returning to is G – Em – Am – Dm (VII – v – i – iv in A minor). Learn these 4 changes first and most of the song falls into place.

Beginner-friendly: every chord is an open chord on guitar, so you can play it without a capo or barre chords.

Chord diagrams

G chord on guitar (320003)
GG B D
Em chord on guitar (022000)
EmE G B
Am chord on guitar (x02210)
AmA C E
Dm chord on guitar (xx0231)
DmD F A

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Happier chords: questions

What key is Happier in?

Happier by Olivia Rodrigo is centred on A minor (no sharps or flats).

What chords are in Happier?

Happier uses 4 chords: G, Em, Am, Dm.

What is the chord progression of Happier?

The main progression is G – Em – Am – Dm (VII – v – i – iv).

Is Happier easy to play on guitar?

Yes. Every chord is an open chord, so it suits beginners.

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