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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
Feeling Good Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
Feeling Good Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
Feeling Good Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
Feeling Good Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
Feeling Good Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · Am · D · G · C · B
Feeling Good Chords – Harmonica
Nina Simone’s powerful anthem of renewal and optimism from her 1965 album *I Put a Spell on You*. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E.
Soulful Swing (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Emphasize the downbeats to capture the song’s dramatic, declarative feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
B
A
E
B
Chorus
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
B
A
E
B
Verse 2
E – B – A
E – B
A – E
B
A – E
B
A
E
Chorus
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
B
A
E
B
Bridge
C#m
F#m
B – E
Verse 3
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
B
A
E
B
Chorus
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
B
A
E
B
Practice tip: Master the E-B-A chord progression changes before adding the vocal melody; this will help you maintain the song’s steady, confident groove.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Feeling Good"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Em, Am, D, G, C and B.
Is "Feeling Good" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Feeling Good" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Feeling Good"?
It was written by Anthony Newley, Leslie Bricusse, and released in 1965.