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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · D · Am · C
All Star Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · D · Am · C
All Star Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · D · Am · C
All Star Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · D · Am · C
All Star Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · D · Am · C
All Star Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · D · Am · C
All Star Chords – Harmonica
Smash Mouth’s infectiously fun pop-rock anthem from the Shrek soundtrack. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Upbeat Pop-Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the energy high and the strum driving. This is a feel-good party song — play it loud and proud.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – D
Am – C
G – D
Am – C
Pre-Chorus
G – D
Am – C
G – D
Am – C
G – D
Am – C
G – D
Am – C
Chorus
G – D – Am – C (×4)
Verse 2
G – D
Am – C
G – D
Am – C
G – D
Am – C
G – D
Am – C
Chorus
G – D – Am – C (×4)
Verse 3
G – D
Am – C
G
D
Am – C
Final Chorus
G – D – Am – C (×6)
Practice tip: Four chords throughout (G, D, Am, C) in the same repeating pattern. This is one of the most fun beginner songs to learn — everyone knows it and loves singing along.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "All Star"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, D, Am and C.
Is "All Star" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "All Star" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "All Star"?
It was written by Greg Camp, and released in 1999.