Abtap to play
Dbtap to play
Gbtap to play
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Key
Ab
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Ab · Db · Gb · Eb · Bb
American Idiot Chords – Guitar
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Key
Ab
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Ab · Db · Gb · Eb · Bb
American Idiot Chords – Ukulele
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Key
Ab
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Ab · Db · Gb · Eb · Bb
American Idiot Chords – Piano
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Key
Ab
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Ab · Db · Gb · Eb · Bb
American Idiot Chords – Banjo
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Key
Ab
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Ab · Db · Gb · Eb · Bb
American Idiot Chords – Mandolin
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Key
Ab
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Ab · Db · Gb · Eb · Bb
American Idiot Chords – Harmonica
A punk rock anthem that defined a generation. Uses power chords throughout.
Chords used: Ab, Db, Gb, Eb, Bb · Key: Ab · Difficulty: Intermediate
Punk Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with all power chords and palm muting on the verses. Let it ring on the chorus. Drop tuning helps but isn’t required.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Ab
Db – Gb – Db
Ab
Db – Gb – Db
Chorus
Eb – Bb
Ab – Eb
Eb – Bb
Ab – Eb
Eb – Bb
Ab – Eb
Verse 2
Ab
Db – Gb – Db
Ab
Db – Gb – Db
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "American Idiot"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: Ab, Db, Gb, Eb and Bb.
Is "American Idiot" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of Ab, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "American Idiot" in?
It is in the key of Ab.
Who wrote "American Idiot"?
It was written by Billie Joe Armstrong, Green Day, and released in 2004.