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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G
Itsy Bitsy Spider Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G
Itsy Bitsy Spider Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G
Itsy Bitsy Spider Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G
Itsy Bitsy Spider Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G
Itsy Bitsy Spider Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G
Itsy Bitsy Spider Chords – Harmonica
A traditional children’s nursery rhyme about a persistent spider. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Chords used: C, F, G · Key: C · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a simple down-up strum and keep a steady, gentle tempo.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G7 (×3)
C – G7 – C
Chorus
C – G7 (×3)
C – G7 – C
Verse 2
C – G7 (×4)
Chorus
[C]Itsy bitsy spider, climbing up so [G7]high
[C]Waiting for the sunshine in the big blue [G7]sky
[C]Along comes the rain and gives a great big [G7]wash
But the [C]itsy bitsy spider never stops its [G7]climb a[C]gain
[/verse]
Practice tip: Practice the C to G7 chord change slowly, as it’s the main transition in the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Itsy Bitsy Spider"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: C, F and G.
Is "Itsy Bitsy Spider" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Itsy Bitsy Spider" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Itsy Bitsy Spider"?
It was written by Traditional.