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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · G · A
Margaritaville Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · G · A
Margaritaville Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · G · A
Margaritaville Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · G · A
Margaritaville Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · G · A
Margaritaville Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · G · A
Margaritaville Chords – Harmonica
Jimmy Buffett’s laid-back island anthem about wasting away in paradise. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Chords used: D, G, A · Key: D · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Island Shuffle (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a relaxed, swinging island feel. Think hammock on the beach — nothing should feel rushed or tense.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – G
A – D
D – G
A – D
Chorus
G – A – D – D7 (×2)
G – A – D – G
A – D
Verse 2
D – G
A – D
D – G
A – D
Chorus
G – A – D – D7 (×2)
G – A – D – G
A – D
Verse 3
D – G
A – D
D – G
A – D
Chorus
G – A – D – D7 (×2)
G – A – D – G
A – D
Practice tip: Three easy chords (D, G, A) plus an occasional D7 for flavor. The D7 is just a D chord with your pinky lifted. This is one of the most fun beginner songs to play.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Margaritaville"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: D, G and A.
Is "Margaritaville" 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 "Margaritaville" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Margaritaville"?
It was written by Jimmy Buffett, and released in 1977.