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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D
I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D
I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D
I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D
I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D
I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D
I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends Chords – Harmonica
A nostalgic acoustic folk song by The White Stripes about childhood friendship. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Chords used: G, C, D · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light, bouncy strumming hand to match the song’s cheerful mood.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
C – G
D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
Verse 2
G
C – G
D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
Verse 3
G
C – G
D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
Verse 4
G
C – G
D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
Verse 5
G
C – G
D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
Verse 6
G
C – G
D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (G, C, D). Practice switching between them slowly until you can keep the strum pattern going without pausing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: G, C and D.
Is "I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "I Can Tell That We Are Gonna Be Friends"?
It was written by Jack White, and released in 2001.