The original recording of “Everyday” is in the key of D, but here’s a beginner-friendly version in A major. The verse uses just three chords — A, D, and E7 — so it’s a perfect way to practice the open chords you’ve already learned. The bridge adds a few more colors (G, C, F, and E) for a satisfying lift before returning home.
This is the version I play in my 30 Day Guitar Chord Fluency course, so the chord changes here will line up exactly with the video. Take it slow, focus on clean transitions, and enjoy your first real song. Let’s dive in!
The Chords You’ll Need
For the verse
For the Bridge
Chord Chart
Verse 1 A D E7 Everyday, it's a-gettin' closer A D E7 Goin' faster than a roller coaster A D E7 A E7 Love like yours will surely come my way (A-hey, A-hey, hey) Verse 2 A D E7 Everyday, it's a-gettin' faster A D E7 Everyone said go ahead and ask her A D E7 A E7 Love like yours will surely come my way (A-hey, A-hey, hey) Bridge D Everyday seems a little longer G Every way, love's a little stronger C F E E7 Come what may, do you ever long for true love from me? Verse 3 A D E7 Everyday, it's a-gettin' closer A D E7 Goin' faster than a roller coaster A D E7 A Love like yours will surely come my way (A-hey, A-hey, hey)
A note on the bridge
The bridge introduces a few new chords — G, C, F, and E — that step outside the
home key of A and add a beautiful sense of motion before falling back into the verse.
The F here is a full barre chord, which you’ll learn later in the course.
If you haven’t gotten to barre chords yet, focus on the verse first — it sounds great
on its own, and you can fold in the bridge once your barre shape feels comfortable.
Practice Tips
- Start with just the verse — A to D to E7 — and loop it until the transitions feel smooth.
- Play along slowly at first. The original is a gentle tempo, so there’s no need to rush.
- Once the verse feels comfortable, add the bridge with the G chord. Practice the D-to-G transition on its own a few times before putting it all together.
- Try to keep your strumming hand moving steadily — even when you’re switching chords. A consistent rhythm will carry you through any rough patches.