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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · F · D
Down on the Corner Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · F · D
Down on the Corner Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · F · D
Down on the Corner Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · F · D
Down on the Corner Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · F · D
Down on the Corner Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · F · D
Down on the Corner Chords – Harmonica
Creedence Clearwater Revival’s upbeat classic about a street-corner band. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Boogie Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a bouncy, steady rhythm to match the song’s feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G
Chorus
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G – C
Verse 2
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G
Chorus
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G – C
Bridge
F – C (×4)
Verse 3
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G
Chorus
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G – C
Outro
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G – C
C – F
C – G
C – F
C – G – C
Practice tip: Master the C-F-G progression before adding the strum pattern, as it’s the core of the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Down on the Corner"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, F and D.
Is "Down on the Corner" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Down on the Corner" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Down on the Corner"?
It was written by John Fogerty, and released in 1969.