Gtap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Betty Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Betty Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Betty Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Betty Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Betty Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Betty Chords – Harmonica
Taylor Swift’s nostalgic folk-pop song from the album “Folklore” told from the perspective of a teenage boy named James. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, but these chords are written for open position in G.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
D – C
Chorus
G
D – C
G
D
C
Verse 2
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
D – C
Chorus
G
D – C
G
D
C
Bridge
Em – C
G – D
Em – C
G
D
C
G
D
C
Verse 3
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
D – C
G
D – C
Chorus
G
D – C
G
D
C
Outro
G
D – C
G
D – C
Practice tip: The chord progression G, D, C is used throughout most of the song; practice switching between these three chords smoothly before adding the Em in the bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Betty"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, D, Em and C.
Is "Betty" 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 "Betty" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Betty"?
It was written by Taylor Swift, William Bowery, and released in 2020.