Gtap to play
Am7tap to play
G/Btap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
G · Am7 · G/B · C · D
Blackbird Chords – Guitar
Gtap to play
Am7tap to play
G/Btap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · Am7 · G/B · C · D
Blackbird Chords – Ukulele
Gtap to play
Am7tap to play
G/Btap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · Am7 · G/B · C · D
Blackbird Chords – Piano
Gtap to play
Am7tap to play
G/Btap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · Am7 · G/B · C · D
Blackbird Chords – Banjo
Gtap to play
Am7tap to play
G/Btap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · Am7 · G/B · C · D
Blackbird Chords – Mandolin
Gtap to play
Am7tap to play
G/Btap to play
Ctap to play
Dtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · Am7 · G/B · C · D
Blackbird Chords – Harmonica
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
The picking pattern
This song uses a unique fingerpicking pattern. The bass note walks up chromatically while the melody is picked on the high strings.
2
Key chords
G, [chord:Am7], [chord:G/B], C, and D. The walking bass line connects them.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – Am7 – G/B – G
C – D – G
C – D
G – Am7 – C – G
Verse 2
G – Am7 – G/B – G
C – D – G
C – D
G – Am7 – C – G
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Blackbird"?
You need 5 Intermediate-friendly chords: G, Am7, G/B, C and D.
Is "Blackbird" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated Intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Blackbird" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Blackbird"?
It was written by The Beatles.