If I Can't Have You original guitar chords by 
Shawn Mendes 
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The original key of If I Can't Have You by Shawn Mendes is D major.
The primary chords used in If I Can't Have You are A, G, F#m, Em, Bm.
To play in the original key, place your capo on the 2 fret.
Yes, this version uses open chords like A, G, F#m, Em, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.
If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.
The tempo of If I Can't Have You is approximately 123 beats per minute.
You can easily change the key of If I Can't Have You using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.
Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for If I Can't Have You. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.
Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with Shawn Mendes.
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