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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
Amarillo by Morning Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
Amarillo by Morning Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
Amarillo by Morning Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
Amarillo by Morning Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
Amarillo by Morning Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · D · E · F#m
Amarillo by Morning Chords – Harmonica
George Strait’s iconic rodeo ballad about life on the road and what it costs. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The F#m chord gives this song its bittersweet flavor. Practice transitioning smoothly between A and F#m. Use a relaxed steady strum and let the chords ring. This song has a gentle loping feel that suits a slower tempo.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
D
E
D – A
A
D
E – D
A
E – A
Verse 2
A
D
E – D – A
A
D
E – D – A
Chorus
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
F#m – D
E
D – A
A
D
E – D
A
E – A
Verse 3
A
D
E
D – A
A
D
E – D
A
E – A
Chorus
A – E
F#m – D
A – E
F#m – D
E
D – A
A
D
E – D
A
E – A
Outro
A – D
E – A
E – D
E – A
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Amarillo by Morning"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, D, E and F#m.
Is "Amarillo by Morning" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Amarillo by Morning" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Amarillo by Morning"?
It was written by Terry Stafford, Paul Fraser, and released in 1983.