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The Gift

Annie Lennox verified
Key: G
110 BPM
Standard (E A D G B E)
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Song Fundamentals
Key G (G Major)
Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)
Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Very Easy
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 5 Unique Chords
Genre New
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑
Time Signature 4/4
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The Gift by Annie Lennox is played in the key of G. Arranged in the natural sounding key of G in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'The Gift' by Annie Lennox utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. The song relies exclusively on open cowboy chords (G, C, Em, Am, D), letting beginners concentrate on tone clarity, ringing string resonance, and sustain without encountering demanding barre finger fatigue. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between G and C: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 110 BPM.
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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
I – IV – I – IV – vi – ii
Song chords:
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G C Em Am

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
D

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

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Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key G Acoustic pitch of original recording
No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key G Open chord finger positions

The song is played in its original key of G without a capo.

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piano Chord Family G

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of G. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

I G Tonic
ii Am Supertonic
iii Bm Mediant
IV C Subdominant
V D Dominant
vi Em Submediant
vii° F#dim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Very Easy

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 5 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle All open position chords, zero barre chords required
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: G • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: I – IV – I – IV – vi – ii • DIFF: 1/5 • CAPO: 0

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for The Gift (Annie Lennox)?

To play the Easy Chords for The Gift, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for The Gift?

The original recording key for The Gift by Annie Lennox is G. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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