Hey There Delilah Chords

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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · F#m · Bm · G · A

Hey There Delilah Chords – Guitar

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the main chords

The verse uses D and F#m. The chorus adds Bm, G, and A.

2
Fingerpicking pattern

Use a simple fingerpicking pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3-2-1 in sequence.

3
Keep it gentle

This is a love song. Play softly and let the vocals carry the emotion.


Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: D  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: None — the open chords match the recording.

Playing tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D
Hey there Delilah, what’s it like in New York City?
F#m
I’m a thousand miles away but girl, tonight you look so pretty.
D F#m
Yes you do. Times Square can’t shine as bright as you.
D
I swear it’s true.
 

Chorus

 
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Hey There Delilah"?

You need 5 Beginner-friendly chords: D, F#m, Bm, G and A.

Is "Hey There Delilah" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Hey There Delilah" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Hey There Delilah"?

It was written by Plain White T's.

Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Bmtap to play
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · F#m · Bm · G · A

Hey There Delilah Chords – Ukulele

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the main chords

The verse uses D and F#m. The chorus adds Bm, G, and A.

2
Fingerpicking pattern

Use a simple fingerpicking pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3-2-1 in sequence.

3
Keep it gentle

This is a love song. Play softly and let the vocals carry the emotion.


Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: D  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: None — the open chords match the recording.

Playing tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D
Hey there Delilah, what’s it like in New York City?
F#m
I’m a thousand miles away but girl, tonight you look so pretty.
D F#m
Yes you do. Times Square can’t shine as bright as you.
D
I swear it’s true.
 

Chorus

 
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Hey There Delilah"?

You need 5 Beginner-friendly chords: D, F#m, Bm, G and A.

Is "Hey There Delilah" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Hey There Delilah" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Hey There Delilah"?

It was written by Plain White T's.

Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Bmtap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · F#m · Bm · G · A

Hey There Delilah Chords – Piano

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the main chords

The verse uses D and F#m. The chorus adds Bm, G, and A.

2
Fingerpicking pattern

Use a simple fingerpicking pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3-2-1 in sequence.

3
Keep it gentle

This is a love song. Play softly and let the vocals carry the emotion.


Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: D  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: None — the open chords match the recording.

Playing tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D
Hey there Delilah, what’s it like in New York City?
F#m
I’m a thousand miles away but girl, tonight you look so pretty.
D F#m
Yes you do. Times Square can’t shine as bright as you.
D
I swear it’s true.
 

Chorus

 
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Hey There Delilah"?

You need 5 Beginner-friendly chords: D, F#m, Bm, G and A.

Is "Hey There Delilah" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Hey There Delilah" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Hey There Delilah"?

It was written by Plain White T's.

Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Bmtap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · F#m · Bm · G · A

Hey There Delilah Chords – Banjo

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the main chords

The verse uses D and F#m. The chorus adds Bm, G, and A.

2
Fingerpicking pattern

Use a simple fingerpicking pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3-2-1 in sequence.

3
Keep it gentle

This is a love song. Play softly and let the vocals carry the emotion.


Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: D  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: None — the open chords match the recording.

Playing tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D
Hey there Delilah, what’s it like in New York City?
F#m
I’m a thousand miles away but girl, tonight you look so pretty.
D F#m
Yes you do. Times Square can’t shine as bright as you.
D
I swear it’s true.
 

Chorus

 
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Hey There Delilah"?

You need 5 Beginner-friendly chords: D, F#m, Bm, G and A.

Is "Hey There Delilah" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Hey There Delilah" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Hey There Delilah"?

It was written by Plain White T's.

Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Bmtap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · F#m · Bm · G · A

Hey There Delilah Chords – Mandolin

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the main chords

The verse uses D and F#m. The chorus adds Bm, G, and A.

2
Fingerpicking pattern

Use a simple fingerpicking pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3-2-1 in sequence.

3
Keep it gentle

This is a love song. Play softly and let the vocals carry the emotion.


Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: D  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: None — the open chords match the recording.

Playing tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D
Hey there Delilah, what’s it like in New York City?
F#m
I’m a thousand miles away but girl, tonight you look so pretty.
D F#m
Yes you do. Times Square can’t shine as bright as you.
D
I swear it’s true.
 

Chorus

 
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Hey There Delilah"?

You need 5 Beginner-friendly chords: D, F#m, Bm, G and A.

Is "Hey There Delilah" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Hey There Delilah" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Hey There Delilah"?

It was written by Plain White T's.

Dtap to play
F#mtap to play
Bmtap to play
Gtap to play
Atap to play
Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · F#m · Bm · G · A

Hey There Delilah Chords – Harmonica

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide


1
Learn the main chords

The verse uses D and F#m. The chorus adds Bm, G, and A.

2
Fingerpicking pattern

Use a simple fingerpicking pattern: thumb on bass note, then pluck strings 3-2-1 in sequence.

3
Keep it gentle

This is a love song. Play softly and let the vocals carry the emotion.


Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: D  ·  Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)  ·  Capo: None — the open chords match the recording.

Playing tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D
Hey there Delilah, what’s it like in New York City?
F#m
I’m a thousand miles away but girl, tonight you look so pretty.
D F#m
Yes you do. Times Square can’t shine as bright as you.
D
I swear it’s true.
 

Chorus

 
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
Bm G
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
A D
Oh, it’s what you do to me.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Hey There Delilah"?

You need 5 Beginner-friendly chords: D, F#m, Bm, G and A.

Is "Hey There Delilah" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Hey There Delilah" in?

It is in the key of D.

Who wrote "Hey There Delilah"?

It was written by Plain White T's.