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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Black Velvet Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Black Velvet Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Black Velvet Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Black Velvet Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Black Velvet Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · Em · G · D
Black Velvet Chords – Harmonica
Alannah Myles’ sultry blues-rock hit about Elvis Presley’s early influence. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Slow Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a slow, steady down-up strum to capture the song’s smoky feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
D – A
A
D – A
Chorus
D – A (×4)
Verse 2
A
D – A
A
D – A
Chorus
D – A (×4)
Bridge
E
D
A
Chorus
D – A (×4)
Outro
A
D – A
A
D – A
Practice tip: Master the A and D chords first, as they are the core of the song; the single E chord in the bridge is your only change, so practice moving from A to E smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Black Velvet"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, Em, G and D.
Is "Black Velvet" 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 "Black Velvet" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Black Velvet"?
It was written by David Tyson, Christopher Ward, and released in 1989.