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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D
King of the Road Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D
King of the Road Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D
King of the Road Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D
King of the Road Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D
King of the Road Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D
King of the Road Chords – Harmonica
Roger Miller’s classic hobo anthem celebrating a simple, wandering life. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Chords used: G, C, D · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Bouncy Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a light, relaxed feel to match the carefree lyrics.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – D – G
C – G – D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G
Chorus
G – D – G
C – G – D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G
Verse 2
G – D – G
C – G – D – G
C – G – D
C – G – D – G
Chorus
G – D – G
C – G – D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G
Bridge
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
Verse 3
G – D – G
C – G – D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G
Chorus
G – D – G
C – G – D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G – D – G
Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chords first, then work on the quick changes in the “two hours of pushing broom” line.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "King of the Road"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: G, C and D.
Is "King of the Road" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "King of the Road" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "King of the Road"?
It was written by Roger Miller, and released in 1964.