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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · A · B · D
I Walk the Line Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · A · B · D
I Walk the Line Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · A · B · D
I Walk the Line Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · A · B · D
I Walk the Line Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · A · B · D
I Walk the Line Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · A · B · D
I Walk the Line Chords – Harmonica
Johnny Cash’s iconic declaration of fidelity and devotion. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Boom-Chicka Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Mute the strings with your strumming hand for the percussive “chicka” sound on the upstrokes.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – B7 (×3)
A – E – B7
Chorus
E – B7 (×3)
A – E – B7
Verse 2
E – B7 (×3)
A – E – B7
Chorus
E – B7 (×3)
A – E – B7
Verse 3
E – B7 (×3)
A – E – B7
Chorus
E – B7 (×3)
A – E – B7
Practice tip: Master the simple E to B7 chord change before adding the A chord; the bass note moves from the 6th string to the 5th string.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "I Walk the Line"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, A, B and D.
Is "I Walk the Line" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "I Walk the Line" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "I Walk the Line"?
It was written by Johnny Cash, and released in 1956.