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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · D · E · G
Badfish Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · D · E · G
Badfish Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · D · E · G
Badfish Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · D · E · G
Badfish Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · D · E · G
Badfish Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · D · E · G
Badfish Chords – Harmonica
Sublime’s laid-back ska-punk anthem about a lonely, misunderstood creature. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Ska Upstroke (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Emphasize the upstrokes on the “and” beats for that classic ska feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E – A
Chorus
A
E
A – E
A
E
A – E
Verse 2
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E – A
Chorus
A
E
A – E
A
E
A – E
Bridge
A – E – A
E – A
A – E – A
E – A
Chorus
A
E
A – E
A
E
A – E
Practice tip: Practice switching between the A and E chords cleanly, as this is the core progression of the song. Use a metronome to keep the ska rhythm tight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Badfish"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and G.
Is "Badfish" 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 "Badfish" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Badfish"?
It was written by Brad Nowell, and released in 1992.