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The Day I Was Born

Ed Sheeran

04:12

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How to play The Day I Was Born on guitar

The Day I Was Born by Ed Sheeran uses 4 chords: C, F, G, Dm. It's a relatively easy song — great for guitarists at any level.

DifficultyEasy
Duration04:12
Chords4
(soft rock music) Got aCcall from my mother whoFwishes she was here. CoupleGcards in the post that I'm reading. I want theCwarmth of the summer, theFculture-culture bed. The onlyGplus is the sweater I needed. I brokeCapart from my lover aFcouple months ago. If they wereGhere, then I guess I wouldn't be alone. This isCthe life in the city andFthat's the way it goes. But it'sGa fine excuse just to leave it.DmI hit him up andCI asked, you comingGover?"DmAnd all I got was aCshrug and an, "I don'tGknow".CEveryone I know is hiddenFaway. Trying to makeGtheir bodies clean again. They
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What chords are in The Day I Was Born by Ed Sheeran?

The Day I Was Born by Ed Sheeran uses 4 chords: C, F, G, Dm. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play The Day I Was Born by Ed Sheeran?

A capo on fret 5 is the most popular way to play The Day I Was Born. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 5, you'd play G, C, D, Am, which is the easiest way to play the song. You can also play it without a capo using the original chord shapes. To play the full arrangement with a capo or customize it to your preferences, download the Strum app.

Is The Day I Was Born hard to play on guitar?

The Day I Was Born is a relatively easy song to play on guitar. With 4 chords (C, F, G, Dm), even beginners can get a handle on it with consistent practice. Focus on smooth chord transitions and keeping a steady strumming rhythm.

Can a beginner play The Day I Was Born on guitar?

Yes — The Day I Was Born is a great beginner guitar song. It only uses 4 chords, keeping the arrangement accessible while you're still building technique. Practice each chord shape on its own before working on transitions between them.

How long is The Day I Was Born by Ed Sheeran?

The Day I Was Born by Ed Sheeran is 04:12 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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