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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Levon Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Levon Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Levon Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Levon Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Levon Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Levon Chords – Harmonica
Elton John’s classic character-driven song about a man named Levon and his family across generations. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.
Folk-Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This song has a steady, rolling feel; accent the bass notes on the downstrokes.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
F – C (×2)
F – G – C
F – G
F – C (×2)
F – G
Chorus
C – G
F – C
F – G
C
G
F
C
F
G
C
Verse 2
C – G
F – C (×2)
F – G – C
F – G
F – C (×2)
F – G
Chorus
C – G
F – C
F – G
C
G
F
C
F
G
C
Bridge
F – C (×8)
Verse 3
C – G
F – C (×2)
F – G – C
F – G
F – C (×2)
F – G
Chorus
C – G
F – C
F – G
C
G
F
C
F
G
C
Practice tip: The bridge is a great section to work on the F to C transition; use a metronome to keep the rhythm steady and build intensity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Levon"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Dm.
Is "Levon" 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 "Levon" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Levon"?
It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1971.