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Afterglow Chords

Here are the chords for “Afterglow” by INXS — in the key of D (D, G, C and Bm). It's an easy, beginner-friendly arrangement using common open chords. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

Chords:DGCBmAEm

Chords for Afterglow

Key: DBPM: 90Difficulty: EasyPop
D
3
90
D
DHere I am, Glost in the light of the moon
 that comes through my Dwindow
DBathed in blue, Gthe walls of my memory divides
 the thorns from the Droses
CIt's you and the Groses
Bm A Bm G
DTouch me and CI will follow Gin your Dafterglow
DHeal me from Call this sorrow GAs I Dlet you go
 I will Cfind my way when I Gsee your eyes
 Now I'm Dliving Ain your afterBmglow G 
DHere I am, Glost in the ashes of time,
 but who owns toDmorrow?
DIn between the Glonging to hold you again
 I'm caught in your Dshadow, CI'm losing conGtrol
 My mind Bmdrifts awayA, we only Bmhave today G 
DTouch me and CI will follow Gin your Dafterglow
DHeal me from Call this sorrowG 
 As I Dlet you go I will Cfind my way
 I will Gsacrifice 'til that Cblinding day when I Gsee your eyes
 Now I'm DlivingA in your afterBmglowG 
 When the Emveils are gone Bmas I Emlet you go, as I Bmlet you goA 
D A G D D A G D
DTouch me and CI will follow Gin your Dafterglow
DHeal me from Call this sorrow GAs I Dlet you go
 I will Cfind my way when I Gsee your eyes
 Now I'm Dliving Ain your afterBmglow G 
DBathed in blue, Gthe walls of my memory divides
 the thorns from the Droses
CIt's you who is Gclosest

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About Afterglow

INXS's “Afterglow” is a pop track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 6 chords — D, G, C, Bm, A and Em — with the progression centred on D, G and C. Because it sticks to common open shapes, it's a great choice for beginners and campfire sing-alongs. Hover or tap any chord above to see its fingering, change the key with the transpose buttons, or set a capo to match the original recording.

Afterglow — FAQ

What key is “Afterglow” in?

“Afterglow” by INXS is in the key of D. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Afterglow”?

“Afterglow” uses 6 chords: D, G, C, Bm, A and Em.

Is “Afterglow” easy to play on guitar?

Yes — “Afterglow” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.

Who sings “Afterglow”?

“Afterglow” is performed by INXS.

Is there a play-along video for “Afterglow”?

Yes — a YouTube video is embedded on this page so you can play along at full tempo.

What genre is “Afterglow”?

“Afterglow” is categorised as Pop.