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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Am · E · C · G · F · Dm
Golden Slumbers Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · E · C · G · F · Dm
Golden Slumbers Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · E · C · G · F · Dm
Golden Slumbers Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · E · C · G · F · Dm
Golden Slumbers Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · E · C · G · F · Dm
Golden Slumbers Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · E · C · G · F · Dm
Golden Slumbers Chords – Harmonica
The Beatles’ tender lullaby from the Abbey Road medley. Beginner difficulty in the key of Am.
Gentle Lullaby (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play very gently and tenderly. This is a lullaby — keep the volume low and the strumming soft. It flows directly into “Carry That Weight.”
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Am – Dm
G – C
Am – Dm
G – C
Chorus
F – Am
Dm – G – C
Am – Dm
G – C
Verse 2
Am – Dm
G – C
Am – Dm
G – C
Chorus
F – Am
Dm – G – C
Am – Dm
G – C
Practice tip: The Am-Dm-G-C progression is the backbone. Each chord should flow seamlessly into the next like a gentle river. The F-Am-Dm-G chorus adds beautiful warmth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Golden Slumbers"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Am, E, C, G, F and Dm.
Is "Golden Slumbers" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Golden Slumbers" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Golden Slumbers"?
It was written by Paul McCartney, and released in 1969.