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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · Bm · E · E7
Friends in Low Places Chords – Guitar
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Simple chords
A, Bm, E, and E7. The verse walks down chromatically.
2
Country strum
Steady down-up strumming. This is a sing-along anthem — make it fun!
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
Blame it all on my roots,
Bm
I showed up in boots
E E7
And ruined your black tie affair.
A
The last one to know,
Bm
The last one to show,
E A
I was the last one you thought you’d see there.
Chorus
A
I got friends in low places,
Bm E
Where the whiskey drowns and the beer chases
E7 A
My blues away, and I’ll be okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Friends in Low Places"?
You need 4 Beginner-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and E7.
Is "Friends in Low Places" 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 "Friends in Low Places" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Friends in Low Places"?
It was written by Garth Brooks.
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · Bm · E · E7
Friends in Low Places Chords – Ukulele
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Simple chords
A, Bm, E, and E7. The verse walks down chromatically.
2
Country strum
Steady down-up strumming. This is a sing-along anthem — make it fun!
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
Blame it all on my roots,
Bm
I showed up in boots
E E7
And ruined your black tie affair.
A
The last one to know,
Bm
The last one to show,
E A
I was the last one you thought you’d see there.
Chorus
A
I got friends in low places,
Bm E
Where the whiskey drowns and the beer chases
E7 A
My blues away, and I’ll be okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Friends in Low Places"?
You need 4 Beginner-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and E7.
Is "Friends in Low Places" 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 "Friends in Low Places" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Friends in Low Places"?
It was written by Garth Brooks.
Atap to play
Bmtap to play
Etap to play
E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · Bm · E · E7
Friends in Low Places Chords – Piano
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Simple chords
A, Bm, E, and E7. The verse walks down chromatically.
2
Country strum
Steady down-up strumming. This is a sing-along anthem — make it fun!
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
Blame it all on my roots,
Bm
I showed up in boots
E E7
And ruined your black tie affair.
A
The last one to know,
Bm
The last one to show,
E A
I was the last one you thought you’d see there.
Chorus
A
I got friends in low places,
Bm E
Where the whiskey drowns and the beer chases
E7 A
My blues away, and I’ll be okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Friends in Low Places"?
You need 4 Beginner-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and E7.
Is "Friends in Low Places" 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 "Friends in Low Places" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Friends in Low Places"?
It was written by Garth Brooks.
Atap to play
Bmtap to play
Etap to play
E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · Bm · E · E7
Friends in Low Places Chords – Banjo
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Simple chords
A, Bm, E, and E7. The verse walks down chromatically.
2
Country strum
Steady down-up strumming. This is a sing-along anthem — make it fun!
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
Blame it all on my roots,
Bm
I showed up in boots
E E7
And ruined your black tie affair.
A
The last one to know,
Bm
The last one to show,
E A
I was the last one you thought you’d see there.
Chorus
A
I got friends in low places,
Bm E
Where the whiskey drowns and the beer chases
E7 A
My blues away, and I’ll be okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Friends in Low Places"?
You need 4 Beginner-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and E7.
Is "Friends in Low Places" 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 "Friends in Low Places" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Friends in Low Places"?
It was written by Garth Brooks.
Atap to play
Bmtap to play
Etap to play
E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · Bm · E · E7
Friends in Low Places Chords – Mandolin
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Simple chords
A, Bm, E, and E7. The verse walks down chromatically.
2
Country strum
Steady down-up strumming. This is a sing-along anthem — make it fun!
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
Blame it all on my roots,
Bm
I showed up in boots
E E7
And ruined your black tie affair.
A
The last one to know,
Bm
The last one to show,
E A
I was the last one you thought you’d see there.
Chorus
A
I got friends in low places,
Bm E
Where the whiskey drowns and the beer chases
E7 A
My blues away, and I’ll be okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Friends in Low Places"?
You need 4 Beginner-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and E7.
Is "Friends in Low Places" 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 "Friends in Low Places" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Friends in Low Places"?
It was written by Garth Brooks.
Atap to play
Bmtap to play
Etap to play
E7tap to play
Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · Bm · E · E7
Friends in Low Places Chords – Harmonica
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Simple chords
A, Bm, E, and E7. The verse walks down chromatically.
2
Country strum
Steady down-up strumming. This is a sing-along anthem — make it fun!
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
Blame it all on my roots,
Bm
I showed up in boots
E E7
And ruined your black tie affair.
A
The last one to know,
Bm
The last one to show,
E A
I was the last one you thought you’d see there.
Chorus
A
I got friends in low places,
Bm E
Where the whiskey drowns and the beer chases
E7 A
My blues away, and I’ll be okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Friends in Low Places"?
You need 4 Beginner-friendly chords: A, Bm, E and E7.
Is "Friends in Low Places" 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 "Friends in Low Places" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Friends in Low Places"?
It was written by Garth Brooks.