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All Apologies Chords

Learn to play “All Apologies” by Nirvana on guitar — played in the key of C, using C, F and G. 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:CFG

Chords for All Apologies

Key: CBPM: 90Difficulty: EasyRock
C
3
90
 Intro: C C C C 
CWhat else do I be; all apologies
CWhat else could I say; everyone is gay
CWhat else could I write; I don't have a right
CWhat else should I be; all apologies
 Refrain:
FIn the sun, in the sun I feel as one
 In the Fsun, in the sun I'm Gmarried
GBurried (yah, yah, yah, yeah)
CI wish I was like you; easily amused
CFind my nest of salt; everyhting's my fault
CI'll take all the blame; aqua seafome shame
CSunburn with freezer burn
CChoking on the ashes of her enemies
FIn the sun, in the sun I feel as one
 In the Fsun, in the sun I'm Gmarried
GBurried (yah, yah, yah, yeah)
GMaried, Burried (yah, yah, yah, yeah)
CAll alone is all we are (x13)

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About All Apologies

Nirvana's “All Apologies” is a rock track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 3 chords — C, F and G — with the progression centred on C, F and G. 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.

All Apologies — FAQ

What key is “All Apologies” in?

“All Apologies” by Nirvana is in the key of C. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “All Apologies”?

“All Apologies” uses 3 chords: C, F and G.

Is “All Apologies” easy to play on guitar?

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

Who sings “All Apologies”?

“All Apologies” is performed by Nirvana.

Is there a play-along video for “All Apologies”?

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

What genre is “All Apologies”?

“All Apologies” is categorised as Rock.