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Wait Chords

Here are the chords for “Wait” by Maroon 5 — in the key of G (G, D, Em and C). 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:GDEmC

Chords for Wait

Key: GBPM: 90Difficulty: Easy
G
3
90
GDirty looks from yourDmother
EmNever seen u in a dress thatCcolor no
GIt's a specialDoccasion
EmNot invited but I'mCglad I made it
 Oh,Glet meDapologize
 I'llEmmake up, make up, make up,
 make up forCall those times
 YourGlove, I don't wannaDlose
 I'mEmbeggin', beggin', beginn',
 beggin', I'mCbegging you
GWait, can you turn around,
Dcan you turn around?
EmJust wait, can we work this out,
Ccan we work this out?
GJust wait, can you call me please?
D'Cause I wanna be with you
EmWOOOOO.......CWOOOOOOO
GCan we talk for aDmoment?
EmGot these feelings that I'm
Ctired of holding on
GWasn't tryna getDwasted
 I neededEmmore than three
 orCfour to say this
 Oh,Glet meDapologize
 I'llEmmake up, make up, make up,
 make up forCall those times
 YourGlove, I don't wannaDlose
 I'mEmbeggin', beggin', beginn',
 beggin', I'mCbegging you
GWait, can you turn around,
Dcan you turn around?
EmJust wait, can we work this out,
Ccan we work this out?
GJust wait, can you call me please?
D'Cause I wanna be with you
EmWOOOOO.......CWOOOOOOO
GWait, can you turn around,
Dcan you turn around?
EmJust wait, can we work this out,
Ccan we work this out?
GJust wait, can you call me please?
D'Cause I wanna be with you
EmWOOOOO.......CWOOOOOOO
 You sayGI'm just another badDguy
 You sayEmI've done a lot of
 things I can'tCundo
 Before youGtell me for the lastDtime
 I'mEmbeggin', beggin',
 beggin',Cbeggin' you
GWait, can you turn around,
Dcan you turn around?
EmJust wait, can we work this out,
Ccan we work this out?
GJust wait, can you call me please?
D'Cause I wanna be with you
EmWOOOOO.......CWOOOOOOO
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About Wait

Maroon 5's “Wait” is a popular track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 4 chords — G, D, Em and C — with the progression centred on G, D and Em. 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.

Wait — FAQ

What key is “Wait” in?

“Wait” by Maroon 5 is in the key of G. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Wait”?

“Wait” uses 4 chords: G, D, Em and C.

Is “Wait” easy to play on guitar?

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

Who sings “Wait”?

“Wait” is performed by Maroon 5.