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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D
Big Rock Candy Mountain Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D
Big Rock Candy Mountain Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D
Big Rock Candy Mountain Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D
Big Rock Candy Mountain Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D
Big Rock Candy Mountain Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D
Big Rock Candy Mountain Chords – Harmonica
A traditional American folk song about a hobo’s paradise. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Chords used: G, C, D · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a simple down-up strum and focus on the story-telling rhythm.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G
D – G
C – G – D
G – C – G – D
Chorus
G – C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
Verse 2
G – C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G – C – G
Chorus
G – C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
Verse 3
G – C – G
D
C – G
D
G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Chorus
G – C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
Practice tip: The chord progression is mostly G, C, and D. Practice switching between G and C smoothly, as it’s the most common change in this song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Big Rock Candy Mountain"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: G, C and D.
Is "Big Rock Candy Mountain" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Big Rock Candy Mountain" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Big Rock Candy Mountain"?
It was written by Harry McClintock.