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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · G · A
Long Haired Country Boy Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · G · A
Long Haired Country Boy Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · G · A
Long Haired Country Boy Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · G · A
Long Haired Country Boy Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · G · A
Long Haired Country Boy Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · G · A
Long Haired Country Boy Chords – Harmonica
A classic Southern rock anthem by The Charlie Daniels Band celebrating a laid-back, independent lifestyle. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Chords used: D, G, A · Key: D · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Country Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a simple down-up strum and focus on the chord changes; the groove is relaxed but steady.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D
A – D
D
A – D – A – D
Chorus
D
A – D
D
A – D
Verse 2
D
A – D
D
A – D – A – D
Chorus
D
A – D
D
A – D
Bridge
D – A – D
A – D – A
D – A – D
A – D – A
Verse 3
D
A – D
D
A – D – A – D
Chorus
D
A – D
D
A – D
Chorus
D
A – D
D
A – D
Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, D and A. Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern to build muscle memory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Long Haired Country Boy"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: D, G and A.
Is "Long Haired Country Boy" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Long Haired Country Boy" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Long Haired Country Boy"?
It was written by Charlie Daniels, and released in 1974.