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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Listen to the Music Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Listen to the Music Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Listen to the Music Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Listen to the Music Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Listen to the Music Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Listen to the Music Chords – Harmonica
The Doobie Brothers’ classic feel-good anthem about the power of music to bring people together. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Easy Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a simple down-up strum and let the chords ring out clearly.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
A – E
E
A – E
Chorus
A – E (×6)
Verse 2
E
A
E
A – E
Chorus
A – E (×6)
Bridge
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
Verse 3
E
A – E
E
A – E
Chorus
A – E (×6)
Outro
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
Practice tip: Focus on the easy two-chord switch between E and A, and strum the outro slowly to build the feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Listen to the Music"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, A, B and C#m.
Is "Listen to the Music" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Listen to the Music" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Listen to the Music"?
It was written by Tom Johnston, and released in 1972.