Gmtap to play
Ctap to play
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Dbtap to play
Ebtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Gm · C · F · Bb · Db · Eb
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Chords – Guitar
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Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Gm · C · F · Bb · Db · Eb
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Chords – Ukulele
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Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Gm · C · F · Bb · Db · Eb
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Chords – Piano
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Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Gm · C · F · Bb · Db · Eb
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Chords – Banjo
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Ebtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Gm · C · F · Bb · Db · Eb
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Chords – Mandolin
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Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Gm · C · F · Bb · Db · Eb
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road Chords – Harmonica
One of Elton John’s most beloved songs with a wistful melody and memorable chord progression.
Piano Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret and play Em, A, D, G, Bb, C shapes for easier fingering.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Gm
C
F
Bb
Verse 2
Gm
C
F
Bb – Db – Eb
Chorus
F – A – Bb
Db – Eb
F – A
Bb – Db – Eb
Verse 3
F – A – Bb
Db – Eb – F
F – A – Bb
Db – F
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Gm, C, F, Bb, Db and Eb.
Is "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of F, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" in?
It is in the key of F.
Who wrote "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"?
It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1973.