Dtap to play
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · Am · G · C
Cinnamon Girl Chords – Guitar
Dtap to play
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · Am · G · C
Cinnamon Girl Chords – Ukulele
Dtap to play
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · Am · G · C
Cinnamon Girl Chords – Piano
Dtap to play
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · Am · G · C
Cinnamon Girl Chords – Banjo
Dtap to play
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · Am · G · C
Cinnamon Girl Chords – Mandolin
Dtap to play
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ctap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · Am · G · C
Cinnamon Girl Chords – Harmonica
Neil Young’s classic rock song about a dreamlike, idealized woman. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Driving Rock (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play the chord shapes for C, F, and G to match the original recording’s key of D.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – A (×3)
Chorus
D – A – G – A (×2)
D – A
Verse 2
D – A (×3)
Chorus
D – A – G – A (×2)
D – A
Bridge
D – A (×2)
D – A – G – A
Verse 3
D – A (×3)
Chorus
D – A – G – A (×2)
D – A
Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (D, A, G). Practice switching between D and A smoothly, as this is the most common change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Cinnamon Girl"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: D, Am, G and C.
Is "Cinnamon Girl" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Cinnamon Girl" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Cinnamon Girl"?
It was written by Neil Young, and released in 1969.