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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Atlantis Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Atlantis Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Atlantis Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Atlantis Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Atlantis Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Atlantis Chords – Harmonica
Donovan’s psychedelic folk ballad about the legendary lost continent. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a gentle, flowing strum to match the dreamy story-telling feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – Em – Am – D – G
Em – Am – D – G (×3)
Verse 2
G – Em – Am – D – G
Em – Am – D – G (×3)
Chorus
G – Em – Am – D – G
Em – Am – D – G (×3)
Verse 3
G – Em – Am – D – G
Em – Am – D – G (×3)
Verse 4
G – Em – Am – D – G
Em – Am – D – G (×3)
Chorus
G – Em – Am – D – G
Em – Am – D – G (×3)
Bridge
G – Em – Am – D (×4)
Chorus
G – Em – Am – D – G
Em – Am – D – G (×3)
Practice tip: The chord progression G, Em, Am, D repeats often; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Atlantis"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Atlantis" 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 "Atlantis" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Atlantis"?
It was written by Donovan, and released in 1968.