Chords for Any Song on YouTube
Paste a YouTube link - AI detects the chords and shows each one exactly when it sounds.
Akordify analyzes the audio of the recording with a neural network and detects the chords, including their exact timing. You see the result on a timeline synced with the video - with fingering diagrams for guitar, ukulele and piano.
Ukulele chord diagrams
Use ukulele chord diagrams for the song's harmony. This view does not provide ukulele tabs.
Bass chord tones and positions
Explore chord tones and playable bass positions. This is not an actual bassline or bass tab transcription.
What AI Chord Recognition in Akordify Can Do
- Chords Straight from the Recording - No need to search for tabs someone may have written. AI detects the chords from any YouTube video - even brand-new releases and obscure songs.
- Synced with the Video - Each chord highlights exactly when it sounds. No manual scrolling through lyrics - just play and follow along.
- Guitar, Ukulele and Piano - Every chord comes with a fingering diagram for your instrument. Switch between guitar, ukulele and piano with one click.
- Transpose and Capo - Shift the key up or down, get a capo recommendation and slow down the tempo until the chord changes feel natural.
How to Get Chords from a YouTube Video
- Paste the Link - Copy the YouTube video URL into the Akordify search, or find the song directly in the library.
- AI Detects the Chords - The analysis runs automatically in moments. AI determines the chords, their timing and the key of the song.
- Play Along with the Video - The chords run in sync with the recording. Transpose, slow down the tempo and practice until the song feels right.
How AI Chord Recognition Works
Finding chords for songs used to mean digging through songbooks and tab sites - and hoping someone transcribed the song correctly. Akordify takes a different path: it detects the chords directly from the recording using artificial intelligence, so it works for any song on YouTube.
Step 1: AI Listens to the Recording
A neural network trained on thousands of songs analyzes the audio spectrum of the recording. At every moment it tracks which tones sound together and determines the chord - including minor, seventh and other variants.
Step 2: Refinement with Music Theory
Raw detection is only the beginning. Akordify runs multiple passes over the result: it determines the key of the song, filters out short false detections and smooths the transitions so the harmony makes musical sense. The result is a chord progression that matches what you actually hear.
What You See in the Player
The chords run on a timeline synced with the YouTube video - each chord highlights exactly when it sounds. Every chord comes with a fingering diagram for guitar, ukulele or piano. The analysis runs once and the result stays saved with the song for every future visitor.
Transpose, Capo and Tempo
One-click transposition. Shift the whole song into a key that suits your voice or your fingers.
Capo recommendation. Akordify calculates where to place the capo so the song can be played with the simplest possible shapes.
Slow down the tempo. Learn fast chord changes at half speed - the chords stay in sync at any tempo.
Chords, Lyrics, Tabs and Notes in One Place
Chord recognition is the heart of the Akordify player. For the same song you also get synced lyrics, guitar tabs, drum transcription and piano notes - the whole band can rehearse from a single source.
Who Chord Recognition Helps
- Beginner Guitarists - You do not need to figure out chords by ear. You see exactly which chord to play and when, and the diagram shows you the fingering.
- Singers and Songwriters - Quickly find the accompaniment for a song you want to sing - and transpose it into your vocal range.
- Bands and Music Teachers - Share the chords with students or bandmates in the same player - including lyrics, tabs and piano notes.
FAQ About Chords from YouTube
How do I get the chords for a song from YouTube?
Paste the YouTube video link into Akordify. AI analyzes the audio, detects the chords and shows them in sync with the video. For most songs the result is ready in moments.
Is chord recognition free?
Yes. Basic chord recognition from a YouTube video is free in Akordify. Premium features like karaoke mode and advanced tools are part of the subscription.
How accurate are the detected chords?
The AI model runs multiple passes over the recording, determines the key and smooths the result using music theory. For typical songs the accuracy is very high; complex jazz harmonies may be simplified. Users can also suggest corrections.
Can I transpose the chords or use a capo?
Yes. You can shift the chords into any key with one click, and Akordify can recommend a capo position so the song is as easy to play as possible.
Does it work for ukulele and piano too?
Yes. Every chord comes with a diagram for guitar, ukulele and piano - just pick your instrument in the player.