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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Angel from Montgomery Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Angel from Montgomery Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Angel from Montgomery Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Angel from Montgomery Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Angel from Montgomery Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Angel from Montgomery Chords – Harmonica
John Prine’s heartbreaking classic about unfulfilled dreams. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play this with a slow, steady strum. Let each chord ring out fully before changing — the spaces between chords are part of the song.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G
G – D
G – C – G
G – D – G
Chorus
C – G – Em
C – G – D
C – G – Em
C – G – D – G
Verse 2
G – C – G
G – D
G – C – G
G – D – G
Chorus
C – G – Em
C – G – D
C – G – Em
C – G – D – G
Verse 3
G – C – G
G – D
G – C – G
G – D – G
Chorus
C – G – Em
C – G – D
C – G – Em
C – G – D – G
Practice tip: Bonnie Raitt made this song famous. Try fingerpicking the verses for a more intimate feel, then strum the chorus for dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Angel from Montgomery"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Angel from Montgomery" 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 "Angel from Montgomery" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Angel from Montgomery"?
It was written by John Prine, and released in 1971.