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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · A
Jane Says Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · A
Jane Says Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · A
Jane Says Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · A
Jane Says Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · A
Jane Says Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · A
Jane Says Chords – Harmonica
Jane’s Addiction’s raw and confessional portrait of a friend’s struggles. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Chords used: G, A · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner · More 2-chord songs →
Steady 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, while still playing the G-shape chords shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C (×2)
G – C – G (×2)
Chorus
C – G – C
G – C – G
C – G – C
G – C – G
Verse 2
G – C – G – C – G
G – C – G (×4)
Chorus
C – G – C
G – C – G
C – G – C
G – C – G
Verse 3
G – C – G (×2)
G – C – G – C (×2)
Chorus
C – G – C
G – C – G
C – G – C
G – C – G
Bridge
G – C – G (×4)
Chorus
C – G – C
G – C – G
C – G – C
G – C – G
Outro
G (×8)
Practice tip: The song’s groove comes from the steady, relaxed strum. Practice the G to C transition until you can do it without stopping the rhythm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Jane Says"?
You need 2 beginner-friendly chords: G and A.
Is "Jane Says" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Jane Says" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Jane Says"?
It was written by Perry Farrell, and released in 1988.