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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Islands in the Stream Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Islands in the Stream Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Islands in the Stream Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Islands in the Stream Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Islands in the Stream Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G · Am
Islands in the Stream Chords – Harmonica
Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton’s classic duet about a perfect romantic partnership. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Pop Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This strum pattern works for the entire song; keep it light and bouncy.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
F – C
C – G
F – C
F – G
F – G – C
Chorus
F – G (×2)
F – G – C
F – G
F – G – C
F – G
F – G – C
F – G
Verse 2
C – G
F – C
C – G
F – C
F – G
F – G – C
Chorus
F – G (×2)
F – G – C
F – G
F – G – C
F – G
F – G – C
F – G
Bridge
C – G – F
C – G – F – C
Chorus
F – G
F – G – C
F – G
F – G – C
F – G (×2)
F – G – C
F – G
F – G – C
F – G
Practice tip: The chords C, F, and G are the only ones you need. Master switching between them smoothly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Islands in the Stream"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Islands in the Stream" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Islands in the Stream" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Islands in the Stream"?
It was written by Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb, Maurice Gibb, and released in 1983.