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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · D · Em
Last Dance with Mary Jane Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · D · Em
Last Dance with Mary Jane Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · D · Em
Last Dance with Mary Jane Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · D · Em
Last Dance with Mary Jane Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · D · Em
Last Dance with Mary Jane Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · D · Em
Last Dance with Mary Jane Chords – Harmonica
Tom Petty’s classic rock song about a final, bittersweet encounter. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a steady, relaxed tempo to match the song’s mood.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E
D – A
A – E
D – A
Chorus
D – A (×4)
Verse 2
A – E
D – A
A – E
D – A
Chorus
D – A (×4)
Bridge
E – D (×4)
Verse 3
A – E
D – A
A – E
D – A
Chorus
D – A (×4)
Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (A, D, E). Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Last Dance with Mary Jane"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, D and Em.
Is "Last Dance with Mary Jane" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Last Dance with Mary Jane" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Last Dance with Mary Jane"?
It was written by Tom Petty, Mike Campbell, and released in 1993.