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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
A · F#m · D · G · C · Em
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · F#m · D · G · C · Em
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · F#m · D · G · C · Em
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · F#m · D · G · C · Em
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · F#m · D · G · C · Em
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · F#m · D · G · C · Em
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds Chords – Harmonica
The Beatles’ psychedelic classic from the album *Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band*. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Dreamy Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light, arpeggiated feel for the verses and a more solid strum for the chorus to create contrast.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E
F#m – D – A
E – F#m
D – A
Chorus
E – D
A – D
A – E
A – E – A
Verse 2
A – E
F#m – D – A
E – F#m
D
A
Chorus
E – D
A – D
A – E
A – E – A
Bridge
F#m – C – D (×2)
F#m – C – D – E
F#m – C – D
Verse 3
A – E
F#m – D – A
E – F#m
D
A
Chorus
E – D
A – D
A – E
A – E – A
Chorus (Outro)
E – D
A – D
A – E
A – E – A
Practice tip: Master the F#m to D transition in the verses, and pay close attention to the timing of the “Ah…” sections in the chorus, letting the last chord ring out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: A, F#m, D, G, C and Em.
Is "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds"?
It was written by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and released in 1967.