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Perfect Chords

Here are the chords for “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran — in the key of G (G, Em, C and D). It's an intermediate arrangement — a nice step up as you improve. Place a capo on fret 1 to match the original. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

Chords:GEmCDD/F#

Chords for Perfect

Key: GBPM: 90Difficulty: Intermediate
G
3
90
 I found aGlove forEmme
 Darling justCdive right in,
 and follow myDlead
 Well I found aGgirl beautifulEm& sweet
 I neverCknew you were the someone
 waiting forDme
 Coz we were just kids when weGfell in love
 Not knowingEmwhat it was,
 I will notCgive you up thisGti-Dime
 But darling justGkiss me slow,
 your heart isEmall I own
 And in yourCeyes you?re holdingDmine
 Baby,EmI?mCdancing in theGdark,
 withDyou between myEmarms
CBarefoot on theGgrass,
Dlistening to ourEmfavorite song
 When youCsaid you looked aGmess,
 I whisperedDunderneath myEmbreath
 But youCheard it,
 darlingGyou lookDperfect tonight
G..D/F#..Em..D..C..D 
 Well I found aGwoman,
 stronger thanEmanyone I know
 She shares myCdreams,
 I hope that someday I'll share herDhome
 I found aGlove,
 to carryEmmore than just my secrets
 To carryClove to carry children of ourDown
 We are still kids, but we?reGso in love,
 fightingEmagainst all odds
 I know that we'llCbe alright thisGtiDime
 Darling justGhold my hand,
 be my girl, I?llEmbe your man
 I see myCfuture in yourDeyes
 Baby,EmI?mCdancing in theGdark,
 withDyou between myEmarms
CBarefoot on theGgrass,
Dlistening to ourEmfavorite song
 When ICsaw you in thatGdress,
 looking soDbeautiful
 IEmdon'tCdeserve this,
 darlingGyou lookDperfect tonight
 Baby,EmI?mCdancing in theGdark,
 withDyou between myEmarms
CBarefoot on theGgrass,
Dlistening to ourEmfavorite song
 I haveCfaith in what IGsee,
 now I knowDI have met anEmangel
 InCperson, andGshe looksDperfect
 No ICdon't deserve it,
Dyou look perfect tonight
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About Perfect

Ed Sheeran's “Perfect” is a popular track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 5 chords — G, Em, C, D and D/F# — with the progression centred on G, Em and C. It's a rewarding play once you're comfortable with open chords and basic transitions. 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.

Perfect — FAQ

What key is “Perfect” in?

“Perfect” by Ed Sheeran is in the key of G. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Perfect”?

“Perfect” uses 5 chords: G, Em, C, D and D/F#.

Is “Perfect” easy to play on guitar?

“Perfect” is rated Intermediate.

Do I need a capo to play “Perfect”?

Yes — place a capo on fret 1.

Who sings “Perfect”?

“Perfect” is performed by Ed Sheeran.