[Intro] C Caug C6 Caug [Verse] C Caug Human nature is strange C6 Caug I know you're bad for me C Caug And I never feel rage C6 C7 At least not so easily C6 Caug C Caug C6 Caug Has addiction come for me? [Chorus] Dm7 I don't smoke cigarettes G7 Don't do things I'll regret Cmaj7 Don't mood swings show their best? Am7 But baby with you, Dm7 that's just how I get Dm7 Oh, oh [Verse] C Caug I have every bit of you C6 Caug Every awful corner C Caug Biting more than I can chew C6 C7 Just so I'll feel warmer C6 Caug What a greedy, hungry, C Caug C6 Caug hoarder am I [Chorus] Dm7 I don't smoke cigarettes G7 Don't do things I'll regret Cmaj7 Don't mood swings show their best? [Bridge] Am7 I'll cut strings to attach to Dm7 Just a far-sought silhouette G7 A journey that I'll one day dread Cmaj7 I'm caught up in a web Am7 I'm blinded by you, Dm7 that's just how I get G Oh, oh Cmaj7 Am7 G7 That's just how I get Oh [Chorus] Dm7 I don't smoke cigarettes G7 Don't do things I'll regret Cmaj7 Don't mood swings show their best? Am7 But baby with you, Dm7 that's just how I get G7 Oh, oh [Outro] Cmaj7 Em That's just how I get (Need more time) Em Am7 Oh, oh (Crave more sun)
How I Get Strumming Pattern (Smooth Jazz Feel)
Since this song has a relaxed jazz feel, avoid aggressive strumming.
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Down – Down Up – Up Down Up
Or play soft fingerstyle:
If playing fingerstyle:
- Thumb plays the bass note (C, D, or G, depending on the chord)
- Index, middle, and ring fingers pluck the G, B, and high E strings together
- That’s clearer and more accurate.
Keep it slow and controlled.
Why These Chords Sound So Good
This song is in the key of C major.
The main movement in the chorus follows a classic jazz progression:
Dm7 → G7 → Cmaj7
This is called a ii–V–I progression. It is very common in jazz music and creates a smooth and emotional resolution.
Chords like C6 and Cmaj7 add warmth and softness.
Caug adds slight tension before resolving, which gives the song a rich feeling.
Even though the chords are not very complex, the combination creates a dreamy jazz-pop sound.
Is this song beginner-friendly?
Not for complete beginners. It’s better for intermediate players due to extended chords.
Can I simplify the chords?
Yes. You can use C, Dm, G, Am, Em instead.
Do I need a capo?
No, this version is played without capo.
Is this a jazz progression?
Yes. It uses ii–V–I movement, common in jazz music.
Song Details
- Artist: Laufey
- Song: How I Get
- Genre: Jazz Pop
- Key: C Major
- Capo: No capo
- Difficulty: Intermediate (due to extended jazz chords)
More Laufey Guitar Chords
“How I Get” by Laufey is a soft jazz-pop song with rich extended chords and emotional melodies. This song is perfect for players who want to explore smooth jazz-style guitar progressions.
The chords include beautiful shapes like C, Caug, C6, C7, Dm7, G7, Cmaj7, Am7, G, Em, which give the song its warm and dreamy feel.
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Chords: C, Caug, C6, C7, Dm7, G7, Cmaj7, Am7, G, Em
- BPM: 184
- Strumming: D DU UDU