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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · E · D · F#m
Baby Blue Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · E · D · F#m
Baby Blue Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · E · D · F#m
Baby Blue Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · E · D · F#m
Baby Blue Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · E · D · F#m
Baby Blue Chords – Mandolin
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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)
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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.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – C
G
D
C – G
Chorus
D – C – G (×2)
Verse 2
D – C
G
D
C – G
Chorus
D – C – G (×2)
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G – D – C – G
Verse 3
D – C
G
D
C – G
Chorus
D – C – G (×2)
Outro
D – C – G (×4)
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.