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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · D · A · G
Born on the Bayou Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · D · A · G
Born on the Bayou Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · D · A · G
Born on the Bayou Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · D · A · G
Born on the Bayou Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · D · A · G
Born on the Bayou Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · D · A · G
Born on the Bayou Chords – Harmonica
Creedence Clearwater Revival’s swamp rock anthem about a nostalgic Southern childhood. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Driving Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a steady, percussive strum to capture the song’s gritty feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
A
E
A
E
A
Chorus
E – A
E
A
B
E – A – E
Verse 2
E
A
E
A
Chorus
E – A
E
A
B
E – A – E
Bridge
A
E
A – E
A – E – B
A – E (×2)
Verse 3
E
A
E
A
Chorus
E – A
E
A
B
E – A – E
Outro
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
Practice tip: Master the simple E-A-B chord progression before adding the strum pattern, as the entire song is built on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Born on the Bayou"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, D, A and G.
Is "Born on the Bayou" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Born on the Bayou" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Born on the Bayou"?
It was written by John Fogerty, and released in 1969.