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Key
A
Difficulty
Advanced
Capo
None
Chords
A · G · F · E · D · C · B
I Am the Walrus Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Advanced
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · G · F · E · D · C · B
I Am the Walrus Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Advanced
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · G · F · E · D · C · B
I Am the Walrus Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Advanced
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · G · F · E · D · C · B
I Am the Walrus Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Advanced
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · G · F · E · D · C · B
I Am the Walrus Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Advanced
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · G · F · E · D · C · B
I Am the Walrus Chords – Harmonica
The Beatles’ psychedelic masterpiece with surreal, stream-of-consciousness lyrics. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Psychedelic Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a dreamy, hypnotic feel. The chords should blur into each other. This song is about atmosphere, not precision — let it be weird and wonderful.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – A/G – D/F#
F – A
A – A/G
D/F# – F
A
Verse 2
A – A/G
D/F#
F – A
Chorus
B
A
G – A
Verse 3
A – A/G
D/F#
F
A
A/G – D/F#
F – A
Chorus
B
A
G – A
Verse 4
A – A/G
D/F#
F
A
A/G – D/F# – F – A
Final Chorus
B
A
G
A – B
A – G – A
Practice tip: The A to A/G to D/F# uses a descending bass line — keep the A chord shape and walk the bass note down. The F chord adds the psychedelic color. Don’t worry about perfection — this song is gloriously messy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I Am the Walrus"?
You need 7 advanced-friendly chords: A, G, F, E, D, C and B.
Is "I Am the Walrus" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated advanced and uses only 7 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "I Am the Walrus" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "I Am the Walrus"?
It was written by John Lennon, and released in 1967.