Gtap to play
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Amtap to play
Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Lyin’ Eyes Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Lyin’ Eyes Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Lyin’ Eyes Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Lyin’ Eyes Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Lyin’ Eyes Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Lyin’ Eyes Chords – Harmonica
The Eagles’ classic story-song about a woman living a double life. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original recording’s key of Bb, but play the G, C, D, and Em shapes as written.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G
C – G
D – Em
C – D – G
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Verse 4
G – C
G – D
G
C – D
Chorus
G
C – G
D – Em
C – D – G
Bridge
C
G – D
C
G – D
Verse 5
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G
C – G
D – Em
C – D – G
Outro
G
C
G
D
Practice tip: The chord progression G, C, D, and Em repeats throughout. Master switching between G and C smoothly, as it’s the most common change in this song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Lyin’ Eyes"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.
Is "Lyin’ Eyes" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Lyin’ Eyes" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Lyin’ Eyes"?
It was written by Glenn Frey, Don Henley, and released in 1975.