Hand in My Pocket by Alanis Morissette

Key: G · 92 BPM · 3/4

Hand in My Pocket by Alanis Morissette is written in G major. Its chords cycle through the I-V-IV progression — common turnaround / bluesy resolution: G-F-C. At 92 BPM, it moves at a relaxed, mid-tempo pace, in waltz time.

The progression

This song follows the I-V-IV progression (Common turnaround / bluesy resolution) in G major. Chords are automatically detected — if something looks off, let us know.

Learn more about the I-V-IV progression

Play it in other keys

CapoShape keyChords to play
No capoGG-F-C
Capo 3EE-D-A
Capo 5DD-C-G
Capo 7CC-Bb-F

Chord chart

  • 0:00 G
  • 0:32 F
  • 0:34 C
  • 0:36 G
  • 0:42 F
  • 0:44 C
  • 0:46 G
  • 1:13 F
  • 1:15 C
  • 1:18 G
  • 1:23 F
  • 1:26 C
  • 1:28 G
  • 1:54 F
  • 1:57 C
  • 2:00 G
  • 2:05 F
  • 2:07 C
  • 2:09 Dsus4
  • 2:10 G
  • 2:36 F
  • 2:39 C
  • 2:41 G
  • 2:46 F
  • 2:49 C
  • 2:50 Dsus4
  • 2:52 G
  • 2:57 F
  • 2:59 C
  • 3:02 G
  • 3:07 F
  • 3:10 C
  • 3:11 G

Frequently asked questions

What key is Hand in My Pocket in?

Hand in My Pocket is in G major.

What chords does Hand in My Pocket use?

The core of Hand in My Pocket cycles through G, F, C (3 chords).

What is the tempo of Hand in My Pocket?

Hand in My Pocket runs at 92 BPM in 3/4 time.

What chord progression does Hand in My Pocket use?

Hand in My Pocket follows the I-V-IV progression. It's a common turnaround / bluesy resolution.

What capo should I use for Hand in My Pocket?

No capo needed — G major already sits in standard open-chord shapes.