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Bless the Telephone Chords

Labi Siffre Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Bless the Telephone Chords – Guitar

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Bless the Telephone Chords – Ukulele

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Bless the Telephone Chords – Piano

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Bless the Telephone Chords – Banjo

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Bless the Telephone Chords – Mandolin

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em

Bless the Telephone Chords – Harmonica

Labi Siffre’s tender song about the simple joy of a loved one’s call. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Chords used: G, C, D, Em · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Use a light, relaxed strumming hand to match the gentle mood of the song.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

G – C – G

D – G – C – G

D – C – G (×2)

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – C – G

Verse 2

G – C – G

D – G – C – G

D – C – G (×2)

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – C – G

Bridge

D – C (×3)

D – C – G

Verse 3

G – C – G

D – G – C – G

D – C – G (×2)

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – C – G

Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, and D). Practice switching between them slowly until you can do it without looking at your fretting hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Bless the Telephone"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.

Is "Bless the Telephone" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Bless the Telephone" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Bless the Telephone"?

It was written by Labi Siffre, and released in 1971.