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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Lodi Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Lodi Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Lodi Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Lodi Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Lodi Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Lodi Chords – Harmonica
Creedence Clearwater Revival’s classic tale of a struggling musician stuck in a dead-end town. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a steady, relaxed tempo to match the storytelling feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G
C – G (×2)
C – G – D
Chorus
C – G (×3)
C – G – D
Verse 2
G – C – G
C – G (×2)
C – G – D
Chorus
C – G (×3)
C – G – D
Bridge
C – G (×2)
C – G – D
Verse 3
G – C – G
C – G
Chorus
C – G (×3)
C – G – D
Practice tip: The G to D transition happens frequently; practice moving just your ring finger from the 3rd fret of the high E string (G) to the 2nd fret of the same string (D).
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Lodi"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Lodi" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Lodi" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Lodi"?
It was written by John Fogerty, and released in 1969.