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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · F#m · G · A
Birds of a Feather Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · F#m · G · A
Birds of a Feather Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · F#m · G · A
Birds of a Feather Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · F#m · G · A
Birds of a Feather Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · F#m · G · A
Birds of a Feather Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · F#m · G · A
Birds of a Feather Chords – Harmonica
Billie Eilish’s upbeat pop hit with a bright, driving chord progression.
Upbeat Pop (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The F#m can be played as a barre chord (244222) or simplified as xx4222. Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the song’s energy.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – F#m – G
A
D – F#m
G – A
Chorus
D – F#m – G
A – D
F#m – G
A – D
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of D: D F#m G A. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Birds of a Feather"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: D, F#m, G and A.
Is "Birds of a Feather" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Birds of a Feather" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Birds of a Feather"?
It was written by Billie Eilish, Finneas O'Connell, and released in 2024.