Christmas

Jingle Bell Rock Chords

Bobby Helms Intermediate Key of C 5 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

Ctap to play

C#dimtap to play

Dmtap to play

G7tap to play

Ftap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Capo

None

Chords

C · C#dim · Dm · G7 · F

Jingle Bell Rock Chords – Guitar

A rock and roll Christmas classic with jazzy chord changes that give it that swinging holiday feel.

Swing Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring

Dm G7

Snowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of fun

Dm G7

Now the jingle hop has begun

Verse 2

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time

Dm G7

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square

Dm G7 C

In the frosty air

Bridge

F

What a bright time, it’s the right time

C

To rock the night away

Dm G7

Jingle bell time is a swell time

To go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C C#dim Dm G7 F. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Jingle Bell Rock"?

You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, C#dim, Dm, G7 and F.

Is "Jingle Bell Rock" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Jingle Bell Rock" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Jingle Bell Rock"?

It was written by Joe Beal, Jim Boothe, and released in 1957.

Ctap to play

C#dimtap to play

Dmtap to play

G7tap to play

Ftap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

C · C#dim · Dm · G7 · F

Jingle Bell Rock Chords – Ukulele

A rock and roll Christmas classic with jazzy chord changes that give it that swinging holiday feel.

Swing Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring

Dm G7

Snowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of fun

Dm G7

Now the jingle hop has begun

Verse 2

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time

Dm G7

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square

Dm G7 C

In the frosty air

Bridge

F

What a bright time, it’s the right time

C

To rock the night away

Dm G7

Jingle bell time is a swell time

To go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C C#dim Dm G7 F. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Jingle Bell Rock"?

You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, C#dim, Dm, G7 and F.

Is "Jingle Bell Rock" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Jingle Bell Rock" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Jingle Bell Rock"?

It was written by Joe Beal, Jim Boothe, and released in 1957.

Ctap to play

C#dimtap to play

Dmtap to play

G7tap to play

Ftap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

C · C#dim · Dm · G7 · F

Jingle Bell Rock Chords – Piano

A rock and roll Christmas classic with jazzy chord changes that give it that swinging holiday feel.

Swing Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring

Dm G7

Snowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of fun

Dm G7

Now the jingle hop has begun

Verse 2

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time

Dm G7

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square

Dm G7 C

In the frosty air

Bridge

F

What a bright time, it’s the right time

C

To rock the night away

Dm G7

Jingle bell time is a swell time

To go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C C#dim Dm G7 F. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Jingle Bell Rock"?

You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, C#dim, Dm, G7 and F.

Is "Jingle Bell Rock" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Jingle Bell Rock" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Jingle Bell Rock"?

It was written by Joe Beal, Jim Boothe, and released in 1957.

Ctap to play

C#dimtap to play

Dmtap to play

G7tap to play

Ftap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

C · C#dim · Dm · G7 · F

Jingle Bell Rock Chords – Banjo

A rock and roll Christmas classic with jazzy chord changes that give it that swinging holiday feel.

Swing Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring

Dm G7

Snowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of fun

Dm G7

Now the jingle hop has begun

Verse 2

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time

Dm G7

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square

Dm G7 C

In the frosty air

Bridge

F

What a bright time, it’s the right time

C

To rock the night away

Dm G7

Jingle bell time is a swell time

To go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C C#dim Dm G7 F. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Jingle Bell Rock"?

You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, C#dim, Dm, G7 and F.

Is "Jingle Bell Rock" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Jingle Bell Rock" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Jingle Bell Rock"?

It was written by Joe Beal, Jim Boothe, and released in 1957.

Ctap to play

C#dimtap to play

Dmtap to play

G7tap to play

Ftap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

C · C#dim · Dm · G7 · F

Jingle Bell Rock Chords – Mandolin

A rock and roll Christmas classic with jazzy chord changes that give it that swinging holiday feel.

Swing Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring

Dm G7

Snowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of fun

Dm G7

Now the jingle hop has begun

Verse 2

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time

Dm G7

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square

Dm G7 C

In the frosty air

Bridge

F

What a bright time, it’s the right time

C

To rock the night away

Dm G7

Jingle bell time is a swell time

To go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C C#dim Dm G7 F. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Jingle Bell Rock"?

You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, C#dim, Dm, G7 and F.

Is "Jingle Bell Rock" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Jingle Bell Rock" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Jingle Bell Rock"?

It was written by Joe Beal, Jim Boothe, and released in 1957.

Ctap to play

C#dimtap to play

Dmtap to play

G7tap to play

Ftap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

C · C#dim · Dm · G7 · F

Jingle Bell Rock Chords – Harmonica

A rock and roll Christmas classic with jazzy chord changes that give it that swinging holiday feel.

Swing Rock (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring

Dm G7

Snowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of fun

Dm G7

Now the jingle hop has begun

Verse 2

C C#dim

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock

Dm G7

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time

Dm G7

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square

Dm G7 C

In the frosty air

Bridge

F

What a bright time, it’s the right time

C

To rock the night away

Dm G7

Jingle bell time is a swell time

To go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C C#dim Dm G7 F. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Jingle Bell Rock"?

You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, C#dim, Dm, G7 and F.

Is "Jingle Bell Rock" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Jingle Bell Rock" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Jingle Bell Rock"?

It was written by Joe Beal, Jim Boothe, and released in 1957.