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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · A
Blue Christmas Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · A
Blue Christmas Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · A
Blue Christmas Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · A
Blue Christmas Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · A
Blue Christmas Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · A
Blue Christmas Chords – Harmonica
Elvis Presley’s classic holiday ballad about missing someone at Christmas. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Country Christmas (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a gentle swing feel. This has a country-blues vibe — add a slight shuffle to your strumming for authenticity.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G
G – G7
C – D
Verse 2
G – C
G
G – G7
C – D – G
Verse 3 (Repeat)
G – C
G
G – G7
C – D
Verse 4 (Repeat)
G – C
G
G – G7
C – D – G
Practice tip: Only four chords (G, C, D, G7). The G7 adds that bluesy touch — it’s just a G chord with your pinky on the 1st fret of the high E string.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Blue Christmas"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and A.
Is "Blue Christmas" 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 "Blue Christmas" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Blue Christmas"?
It was written by Billy Hayes, Jay W. Johnson, and released in 1957.