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.
Play it in other keys
| Capo | Shape key | Chords to play |
|---|---|---|
| No capo | G | G-F-C |
| Capo 3 | E | E-D-A |
| Capo 5 | D | D-C-G |
| Capo 7 | C | C-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.