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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Bb · F
Money for Nothing Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Bb · F
Money for Nothing Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Bb · F
Money for Nothing Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Bb · F
Money for Nothing Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Bb · F
Money for Nothing Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Bb · F
Money for Nothing Chords – Harmonica
Dire Straits’ satirical rock anthem about the music industry and television, featuring Mark Knopfler’s iconic guitar riff. Intermediate difficulty in the key of G.
Driving Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Mute the strings with your strumming hand to achieve the tight, percussive verse sound.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Intro Riff
(Play iconic intro riff)
Verse 1
G – C
G – C – G – C
G – C (×3)
Verse 2
G – C (×4)
Chorus
G – C – G – C
G – C (×3)
Verse 3
G – C (×8)
Chorus
G – C – G – C
G – C (×3)
Verse 4
G – C (×5)
Bridge / Guitar Solo
(Play extended guitar solo over G and C chords)
Verse 5
G – C (×3)
Chorus
G – C – G – C
G – C (×3)
Outro
G – C (×8)
Practice tip: Master the simple G to C chord progression with a heavy, muted strum before attempting to emulate the signature talk-box guitar tone of the original recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Money for Nothing"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: G, C, D, Bb and F.
Is "Money for Nothing" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Money for Nothing" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Money for Nothing"?
It was written by Mark Knopfler, Sting, and released in 1985.