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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Don’t Fear the Reaper Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Don’t Fear the Reaper Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Don’t Fear the Reaper Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Don’t Fear the Reaper Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Don’t Fear the Reaper Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · F · E
Don’t Fear the Reaper Chords – Harmonica
Blue Oyster Cult’s classic rock anthem about love transcending death. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the rhythm steady and driving.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
Chorus
A
E
D
A
Verse 2
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
Chorus
A
E
D
A
Bridge
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
Chorus
A
E
D
A
Practice tip: Focus on the simple A, E, D chord progression and let the lyrics carry the song’s haunting mood.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Don’t Fear the Reaper"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and E.
Is "Don’t Fear the Reaper" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Don’t Fear the Reaper" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Don’t Fear the Reaper"?
It was written by Donald Roeser, and released in 1976.