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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · D · E
Johnny B. Goode Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · D · E
Johnny B. Goode Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · D · E
Johnny B. Goode Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · D · E
Johnny B. Goode Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · D · E
Johnny B. Goode Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · D · E
Johnny B. Goode Chords – Harmonica
Chuck Berry’s classic rock and roll anthem about a country boy who becomes a guitar star. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Chords used: A, D, E · Key: A · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the rhythm steady and driving, accenting the backbeat (the “and” counts).
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E
A
D – A
E – A
D – A
E – A
Chorus
D
A
D
A
D
A
D
A
E – A
Verse 2
E
A
D – A
E – A
D – A
E – A
Chorus
D
A
D
A
D
A
D
A
E – A
Bridge
D – A
E – A
D – A
E – A
D – A
E – A
Verse 3
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
D – A
Chorus
D
A
D
A
D
A
D
A
E – A
Practice tip: Master the quick change between A, D, and E chords; this is the core progression of the song. Use a metronome to keep the tempo rock-steady.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Johnny B. Goode"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: A, D and E.
Is "Johnny B. Goode" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Johnny B. Goode" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Johnny B. Goode"?
It was written by Chuck Berry, and released in 1958.