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Blitzkrieg Bop Chords

Ramones Beginner Key of A 3 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

A · D · E

Blitzkrieg Bop Chords – Guitar

The punk anthem that launched a thousand bands. Three chords (often played as two alternating), maximum speed, pure energy.

All Downstrokes (Fast!)

↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓

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Tip: All downstrokes, as fast as you can. Use power chords. Punk is about energy, not perfection.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Power chord shapes

Use A (power chord at fret 5), D (fret 5 on A string), and E (open power chord).

2

All downstrokes

Ramones never upstroke. All downstrokes, fast as possible. This builds the wall-of-sound energy.

3

Speed up gradually

Start at half speed and build up. The original is around 176 BPM — fast but achievable with practice.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Intro/Verse

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A

They’re forming in a straight line,

A

They’re going through a tight wind,

D

The kids are losing their minds,

E A

The Blitzkrieg Bop!

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: A, D and E.

Is "Blitzkrieg Bop" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Blitzkrieg Bop" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

It was written by Ramones.

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Dtap to play

Etap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

A · D · E

Blitzkrieg Bop Chords – Ukulele

The punk anthem that launched a thousand bands. Three chords (often played as two alternating), maximum speed, pure energy.

All Downstrokes (Fast!)

↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓

12345678

Tip: All downstrokes, as fast as you can. Use power chords. Punk is about energy, not perfection.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Power chord shapes

Use A (power chord at fret 5), D (fret 5 on A string), and E (open power chord).

2

All downstrokes

Ramones never upstroke. All downstrokes, fast as possible. This builds the wall-of-sound energy.

3

Speed up gradually

Start at half speed and build up. The original is around 176 BPM — fast but achievable with practice.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Intro/Verse

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A

They’re forming in a straight line,

A

They’re going through a tight wind,

D

The kids are losing their minds,

E A

The Blitzkrieg Bop!

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: A, D and E.

Is "Blitzkrieg Bop" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Blitzkrieg Bop" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

It was written by Ramones.

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Dtap to play

Etap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

A · D · E

Blitzkrieg Bop Chords – Piano

The punk anthem that launched a thousand bands. Three chords (often played as two alternating), maximum speed, pure energy.

All Downstrokes (Fast!)

↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓

12345678

Tip: All downstrokes, as fast as you can. Use power chords. Punk is about energy, not perfection.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Power chord shapes

Use A (power chord at fret 5), D (fret 5 on A string), and E (open power chord).

2

All downstrokes

Ramones never upstroke. All downstrokes, fast as possible. This builds the wall-of-sound energy.

3

Speed up gradually

Start at half speed and build up. The original is around 176 BPM — fast but achievable with practice.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Intro/Verse

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A

They’re forming in a straight line,

A

They’re going through a tight wind,

D

The kids are losing their minds,

E A

The Blitzkrieg Bop!

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: A, D and E.

Is "Blitzkrieg Bop" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Blitzkrieg Bop" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

It was written by Ramones.

Atap to play

Dtap to play

Etap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

A · D · E

Blitzkrieg Bop Chords – Banjo

The punk anthem that launched a thousand bands. Three chords (often played as two alternating), maximum speed, pure energy.

All Downstrokes (Fast!)

↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓

12345678

Tip: All downstrokes, as fast as you can. Use power chords. Punk is about energy, not perfection.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Power chord shapes

Use A (power chord at fret 5), D (fret 5 on A string), and E (open power chord).

2

All downstrokes

Ramones never upstroke. All downstrokes, fast as possible. This builds the wall-of-sound energy.

3

Speed up gradually

Start at half speed and build up. The original is around 176 BPM — fast but achievable with practice.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Intro/Verse

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A

They’re forming in a straight line,

A

They’re going through a tight wind,

D

The kids are losing their minds,

E A

The Blitzkrieg Bop!

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: A, D and E.

Is "Blitzkrieg Bop" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Blitzkrieg Bop" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

It was written by Ramones.

Atap to play

Dtap to play

Etap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

A · D · E

Blitzkrieg Bop Chords – Mandolin

The punk anthem that launched a thousand bands. Three chords (often played as two alternating), maximum speed, pure energy.

All Downstrokes (Fast!)

↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓

12345678

Tip: All downstrokes, as fast as you can. Use power chords. Punk is about energy, not perfection.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Power chord shapes

Use A (power chord at fret 5), D (fret 5 on A string), and E (open power chord).

2

All downstrokes

Ramones never upstroke. All downstrokes, fast as possible. This builds the wall-of-sound energy.

3

Speed up gradually

Start at half speed and build up. The original is around 176 BPM — fast but achievable with practice.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Intro/Verse

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A

They’re forming in a straight line,

A

They’re going through a tight wind,

D

The kids are losing their minds,

E A

The Blitzkrieg Bop!

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: A, D and E.

Is "Blitzkrieg Bop" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Blitzkrieg Bop" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

It was written by Ramones.

Atap to play

Dtap to play

Etap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

A · D · E

Blitzkrieg Bop Chords – Harmonica

The punk anthem that launched a thousand bands. Three chords (often played as two alternating), maximum speed, pure energy.

All Downstrokes (Fast!)

↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓

12345678

Tip: All downstrokes, as fast as you can. Use power chords. Punk is about energy, not perfection.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Power chord shapes

Use A (power chord at fret 5), D (fret 5 on A string), and E (open power chord).

2

All downstrokes

Ramones never upstroke. All downstrokes, fast as possible. This builds the wall-of-sound energy.

3

Speed up gradually

Start at half speed and build up. The original is around 176 BPM — fast but achievable with practice.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Intro/Verse

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A A

Hey ho, let’s go! Hey ho, let’s go!

A

They’re forming in a straight line,

A

They’re going through a tight wind,

D

The kids are losing their minds,

E A

The Blitzkrieg Bop!

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: A, D and E.

Is "Blitzkrieg Bop" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Blitzkrieg Bop" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Blitzkrieg Bop"?

It was written by Ramones.