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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Am · C · F · G · Dm · E
Angie Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · C · F · G · Dm · E
Angie Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · C · F · G · Dm · E
Angie Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · C · F · G · Dm · E
Angie Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · C · F · G · Dm · E
Angie Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · C · F · G · Dm · E
Angie Chords – Harmonica
The Rolling Stones’ gorgeous acoustic ballad about a tender farewell. Intermediate difficulty in the key of Am.
Acoustic Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use fingerpicking for the intro and arpeggiated chords throughout. Keith Richards’ acoustic guitar work on this song is iconic — try to capture that warmth.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Am – E
G – F – C – C
Am – E
G – F – C – C
Chorus
G – Dm – Am
C – F – G
Dm – Am
C – F – G
Verse 2
Am – E
G – F – C – C
Am – E
G – F – C – C
Chorus
G – Dm – Am
C – F – G
Dm – Am
C – F – G
Verse 3
Am – E
G – F – C
Am – E
G – F
C – G
Chorus
G – Dm – Am
C – F – G
Dm – Am
C – F – G
Dm – Am – C – F
G – Am
Outro
Am – E
G – F – C
Am – E
G – F – C – Am
Practice tip: The Am-E-G-F-C progression in the verse is beautiful and melodic. Practice the E chord transition — it’s the key to making this song flow properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Angie"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Am, C, F, G, Dm and E.
Is "Angie" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Angie" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Angie"?
It was written by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and released in 1973.