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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
I Know You Rider Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
I Know You Rider Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
I Know You Rider Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
I Know You Rider Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
I Know You Rider Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
I Know You Rider Chords – Harmonica
A traditional blues song popularized by the Grateful Dead with a rolling, folk-rock feel. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of A, but play the G, C, and D shapes shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G (×2)
C – G – D – G
Chorus
C – G (×2)
Verse 2
G – C – G (×2)
C – G – D – G
C – G (×2)
G – C – G (×2)
C – G – D
Chorus
C – G (×2)
Verse 4
G – C – G (×2)
C – G – D – G
Chorus
C – G (×2)
Practice tip: The chord progression is very repetitive; practice the G-C-D-G pattern until you can switch without looking at your fretting hand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I Know You Rider"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.
Is "I Know You Rider" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "I Know You Rider" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "I Know You Rider"?
It was written by Traditional.