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
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.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these broken wings and learn to fly.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Verse 2
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
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.
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
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.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these broken wings and learn to fly.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Verse 2
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
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.
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
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.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these broken wings and learn to fly.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Verse 2
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
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.
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
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.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these broken wings and learn to fly.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Verse 2
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
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.
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
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.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these broken wings and learn to fly.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Verse 2
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
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.
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.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these broken wings and learn to fly.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to arise.
Verse 2
G Am7 G/B G
Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
C D G
Take these sunken eyes and learn to see.
C D
All your life,
G Am7 C G
You were only waiting for this moment to be free.
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.