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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
F#m · A · D · Bm · E
Buddy Holly Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F#m · A · D · Bm · E
Buddy Holly Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F#m · A · D · Bm · E
Buddy Holly Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F#m · A · D · Bm · E
Buddy Holly Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F#m · A · D · Bm · E
Buddy Holly Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F#m · A · D · Bm · E
Buddy Holly Chords – Harmonica
Weezer’s 1994 alternative rock hit about nostalgic teenage romance and pop culture. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Power Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a pick and aim for a crisp, even strum on all chords.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E – D
A – E
D – A
E
D – A
E
D – A
Chorus
E – D
A – E
D
A – E
Verse 2
A – E – D
A – E
D – A
E
D – A
E
D – A
Chorus
E – D
A – E
D
A – E
Bridge
D – A (×2)
D
A
D – A (×3)
Chorus
E – D
A – E
D
A – E
Outro
A – E
D – A
A – E
D – A
Practice tip: The chords A, D, and E are the main three; practice switching between them quickly to keep up with the song’s upbeat tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Buddy Holly"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: F#m, A, D, Bm and E.
Is "Buddy Holly" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Buddy Holly" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Buddy Holly"?
It was written by Rivers Cuomo, and released in 1994.