Baby Blue Chords

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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · E · D · F#m

Baby Blue Chords – Guitar

Badfinger’s classic 1972 power-pop ballad about regret and lost love. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.

Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to match the original recording in A.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D C
Guess I got what I deserved
G
Kept you waiting there too long, my love
D
All that time, without a word
C G
Didn’t know you’d think that I’d forgot, or I’d lied
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Verse 2

 
D C
What can I do, what can I say
G
Except I want you by my side
D
How can I show you, show me the way
C G
Don’t you know the times I’ve tried?
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Bridge

 
Em C
Guess that’s all I have to say
G D
Except the feeling just grows stronger every day
Em C
Just one thing before I go
G D C G
Take good care, Baby Blue, please make it soon
 

Verse 3

 
D C
I want you here with me, yeah
G
But I’m convinced it’s not for long, my love
D
Someday, soon, we’ll meet again
C G
And then you’ll know, just what a fool I’ve been
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Outro

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Practice tip: Master the D-C-G chord progression before adding the lyrics, as it forms the backbone of the entire song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Baby Blue"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, E, D and F#m.

Is "Baby Blue" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Baby Blue" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Baby Blue"?

It was written by Pete Ham, and released in 1971.

Atap to play
Etap to play
Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · E · D · F#m

Baby Blue Chords – Ukulele

Badfinger’s classic 1972 power-pop ballad about regret and lost love. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.

Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to match the original recording in A.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D C
Guess I got what I deserved
G
Kept you waiting there too long, my love
D
All that time, without a word
C G
Didn’t know you’d think that I’d forgot, or I’d lied
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Verse 2

 
D C
What can I do, what can I say
G
Except I want you by my side
D
How can I show you, show me the way
C G
Don’t you know the times I’ve tried?
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Bridge

 
Em C
Guess that’s all I have to say
G D
Except the feeling just grows stronger every day
Em C
Just one thing before I go
G D C G
Take good care, Baby Blue, please make it soon
 

Verse 3

 
D C
I want you here with me, yeah
G
But I’m convinced it’s not for long, my love
D
Someday, soon, we’ll meet again
C G
And then you’ll know, just what a fool I’ve been
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Outro

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Practice tip: Master the D-C-G chord progression before adding the lyrics, as it forms the backbone of the entire song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Baby Blue"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, E, D and F#m.

Is "Baby Blue" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Baby Blue" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Baby Blue"?

It was written by Pete Ham, and released in 1971.

Atap to play
Etap to play
Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · E · D · F#m

Baby Blue Chords – Piano

Badfinger’s classic 1972 power-pop ballad about regret and lost love. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.

Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to match the original recording in A.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D C
Guess I got what I deserved
G
Kept you waiting there too long, my love
D
All that time, without a word
C G
Didn’t know you’d think that I’d forgot, or I’d lied
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Verse 2

 
D C
What can I do, what can I say
G
Except I want you by my side
D
How can I show you, show me the way
C G
Don’t you know the times I’ve tried?
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Bridge

 
Em C
Guess that’s all I have to say
G D
Except the feeling just grows stronger every day
Em C
Just one thing before I go
G D C G
Take good care, Baby Blue, please make it soon
 

Verse 3

 
D C
I want you here with me, yeah
G
But I’m convinced it’s not for long, my love
D
Someday, soon, we’ll meet again
C G
And then you’ll know, just what a fool I’ve been
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Outro

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Practice tip: Master the D-C-G chord progression before adding the lyrics, as it forms the backbone of the entire song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Baby Blue"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, E, D and F#m.

Is "Baby Blue" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Baby Blue" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Baby Blue"?

It was written by Pete Ham, and released in 1971.

Atap to play
Etap to play
Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · E · D · F#m

Baby Blue Chords – Banjo

Badfinger’s classic 1972 power-pop ballad about regret and lost love. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.

Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to match the original recording in A.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D C
Guess I got what I deserved
G
Kept you waiting there too long, my love
D
All that time, without a word
C G
Didn’t know you’d think that I’d forgot, or I’d lied
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Verse 2

 
D C
What can I do, what can I say
G
Except I want you by my side
D
How can I show you, show me the way
C G
Don’t you know the times I’ve tried?
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Bridge

 
Em C
Guess that’s all I have to say
G D
Except the feeling just grows stronger every day
Em C
Just one thing before I go
G D C G
Take good care, Baby Blue, please make it soon
 

Verse 3

 
D C
I want you here with me, yeah
G
But I’m convinced it’s not for long, my love
D
Someday, soon, we’ll meet again
C G
And then you’ll know, just what a fool I’ve been
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Outro

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Practice tip: Master the D-C-G chord progression before adding the lyrics, as it forms the backbone of the entire song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Baby Blue"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, E, D and F#m.

Is "Baby Blue" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Baby Blue" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Baby Blue"?

It was written by Pete Ham, and released in 1971.

Atap to play
Etap to play
Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · E · D · F#m

Baby Blue Chords – Mandolin

Badfinger’s classic 1972 power-pop ballad about regret and lost love. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.

Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to match the original recording in A.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D C
Guess I got what I deserved
G
Kept you waiting there too long, my love
D
All that time, without a word
C G
Didn’t know you’d think that I’d forgot, or I’d lied
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Verse 2

 
D C
What can I do, what can I say
G
Except I want you by my side
D
How can I show you, show me the way
C G
Don’t you know the times I’ve tried?
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Bridge

 
Em C
Guess that’s all I have to say
G D
Except the feeling just grows stronger every day
Em C
Just one thing before I go
G D C G
Take good care, Baby Blue, please make it soon
 

Verse 3

 
D C
I want you here with me, yeah
G
But I’m convinced it’s not for long, my love
D
Someday, soon, we’ll meet again
C G
And then you’ll know, just what a fool I’ve been
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Outro

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Practice tip: Master the D-C-G chord progression before adding the lyrics, as it forms the backbone of the entire song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Baby Blue"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, E, D and F#m.

Is "Baby Blue" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Baby Blue" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Baby Blue"?

It was written by Pete Ham, and released in 1971.

Atap to play
Etap to play
Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · E · D · F#m

Baby Blue Chords – Harmonica

Badfinger’s classic 1972 power-pop ballad about regret and lost love. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.

Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
123456

Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to match the original recording in A.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D C
Guess I got what I deserved
G
Kept you waiting there too long, my love
D
All that time, without a word
C G
Didn’t know you’d think that I’d forgot, or I’d lied
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Verse 2

 
D C
What can I do, what can I say
G
Except I want you by my side
D
How can I show you, show me the way
C G
Don’t you know the times I’ve tried?
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Bridge

 
Em C
Guess that’s all I have to say
G D
Except the feeling just grows stronger every day
Em C
Just one thing before I go
G D C G
Take good care, Baby Blue, please make it soon
 

Verse 3

 
D C
I want you here with me, yeah
G
But I’m convinced it’s not for long, my love
D
Someday, soon, we’ll meet again
C G
And then you’ll know, just what a fool I’ve been
 

Chorus

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Outro

 
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
D C G
It’s all over now, Baby Blue
 

Practice tip: Master the D-C-G chord progression before adding the lyrics, as it forms the backbone of the entire song.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Baby Blue"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, E, D and F#m.

Is "Baby Blue" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Baby Blue" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Baby Blue"?

It was written by Pete Ham, and released in 1971.