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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · C#m · A · B
Be My Baby Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · C#m · A · B
Be My Baby Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · C#m · A · B
Be My Baby Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · C#m · A · B
Be My Baby Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · C#m · A · B
Be My Baby Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · C#m · A · B
Be My Baby Chords – Harmonica
The Ronettes’ iconic 1960s pop anthem about youthful devotion. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Wall of Sound Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a steady, simple down-up strum to capture the famous “Wall of Sound” feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
C#m
A
B
E
Chorus
C#m
A – B
E
C#m – A
E – B
Verse 2
E
C#m
A
B
E
Chorus
C#m
A – B
E
C#m – A
E – B
Bridge
A – E (×3)
B
Chorus
C#m
A – B
E
C#m – A
E – B
Outro
E
C#m
A
B
E
C#m
A
B
E
Practice tip: Master the E, C#m, A, and B chords individually before trying the full progression; the song uses only these four chords.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Be My Baby"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, C#m, A and B.
Is "Be My Baby" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Be My Baby" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Be My Baby"?
It was written by Phil Spector, Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, and released in 1963.