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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · E · F · G · Am · Dm
Build Me Up Buttercup Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · E · F · G · Am · Dm
Build Me Up Buttercup Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · E · F · G · Am · Dm
Build Me Up Buttercup Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · E · F · G · Am · Dm
Build Me Up Buttercup Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · E · F · G · Am · Dm
Build Me Up Buttercup Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · E · F · G · Am · Dm
Build Me Up Buttercup Chords – Harmonica
A classic 1968 Motown-style pop song by The Foundations about romantic frustration and unfulfilled promises. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Bouncy Pop (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep your strumming light and bouncy to match the upbeat feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
C
G
F – G
Chorus
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
Verse 2
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
Chorus
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
Bridge
F – G
C – G
F – G
C
F – G
Verse 3
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
Chorus
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
Outro
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
C – G
F – G
Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (C, G, and F). Practice switching between them smoothly, especially the C to F change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Build Me Up Buttercup"?
You need 6 beginner-friendly chords: C, E, F, G, Am and Dm.
Is "Build Me Up Buttercup" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Build Me Up Buttercup" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Build Me Up Buttercup"?
It was written by Tony Macaulay, Mike d'Abo, and released in 1968.