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Key
Em
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Em · A
Down by the River Chords – Guitar
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Key
Em
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · A
Down by the River Chords – Ukulele
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Key
Em
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · A
Down by the River Chords – Piano
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Key
Em
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · A
Down by the River Chords – Banjo
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Key
Em
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · A
Down by the River Chords – Mandolin
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Key
Em
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · A
Down by the River Chords – Harmonica
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
Chords used: Em, A · Key: Em · Difficulty: Beginner · More 2-chord songs →
1
Two chords
Just Em and A. Neil Young keeps it beautifully simple.
2
Loose strum
Play with a loose, grunge-before-grunge feel. Let it ring and sustain.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Em
A
Em
A
Chorus
Em
A
Em
A
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Down by the River"?
You need 2 Beginner-friendly chords: Em and A.
Is "Down by the River" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated Beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of Em, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Down by the River" in?
It is in the key of Em.
Who wrote "Down by the River"?
It was written by Neil Young.