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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
F · C · Am · G
Learning to Fly Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F · C · Am · G
Learning to Fly Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F · C · Am · G
Learning to Fly Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F · C · Am · G
Learning to Fly Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F · C · Am · G
Learning to Fly Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F · C · Am · G
Learning to Fly Chords – Harmonica
Tom Petty’s anthem about perseverance and the journey of life. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original recording’s key of Eb, but these chords are written for open position in C.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G (×4)
Verse 2
C – G (×4)
Chorus
F – C
G – F
F – C
G – F
Verse 3
C – G (×4)
Chorus
F – C
G – F
F – C
G – F
Bridge
Am – G (×4)
Chorus
F – C
G – F
F – C
G – F
Outro
C – G (×3)
F – C (×2)
G – F
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (C, G, F, Am). Practice switching between C and G, and between F and C, as these are the most common transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Learning to Fly"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: F, C, Am and G.
Is "Learning to Fly" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Learning to Fly" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Learning to Fly"?
It was written by Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, and released in 1991.