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Monster Mash Chords

Bobby Pickett Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Monster Mash Chords – Guitar

Bobby Pickett’s novelty Halloween hit about a graveyard monster dance party. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Bouncy Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the playful feel of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

I was working in the lab, late one night

C G

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

G

For my monster from his slab, began to rise

C G

And suddenly to my surprise

Chorus

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

He did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

Verse 2

G

From my laboratory in the castle east

C G

To the master bedroom where the vampires feast

G

The ghouls all came from their humble abodes

C G

To get a jolt from my electrode

Chorus

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

They did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

Bridge

C G

The zombies were having fun, the party had just begun

C G

The guests included Wolfman, Dracula, and his son

C G

The scene was rockin’, all were diggin’ the sounds

C G

Igor on the chains, backed by his baying hounds

C G

The coffin-bangers were about to arrive

C G

With their vocal group, ‘The Crypt-Kicker Five’

Verse 3

G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

G

They played the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

Chorus

C G

Out from his coffin, Dracula’s voice did ring

C G

Seems he was troubled by just one thing

C G

He opened the lid and shook his fist and said

C G

“Whatever happened to my Transylvania Twist?”

Outro

G

It’s now the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Monster Mash"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.

Is "Monster Mash" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Monster Mash" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Monster Mash"?

It was written by Bobby Pickett, Leonard Capizzi, and released in 1962.

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Monster Mash Chords – Ukulele

Bobby Pickett’s novelty Halloween hit about a graveyard monster dance party. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Bouncy Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the playful feel of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

I was working in the lab, late one night

C G

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

G

For my monster from his slab, began to rise

C G

And suddenly to my surprise

Chorus

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

He did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

Verse 2

G

From my laboratory in the castle east

C G

To the master bedroom where the vampires feast

G

The ghouls all came from their humble abodes

C G

To get a jolt from my electrode

Chorus

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

They did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

Bridge

C G

The zombies were having fun, the party had just begun

C G

The guests included Wolfman, Dracula, and his son

C G

The scene was rockin’, all were diggin’ the sounds

C G

Igor on the chains, backed by his baying hounds

C G

The coffin-bangers were about to arrive

C G

With their vocal group, ‘The Crypt-Kicker Five’

Verse 3

G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

G

They played the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

Chorus

C G

Out from his coffin, Dracula’s voice did ring

C G

Seems he was troubled by just one thing

C G

He opened the lid and shook his fist and said

C G

“Whatever happened to my Transylvania Twist?”

Outro

G

It’s now the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Monster Mash"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.

Is "Monster Mash" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Monster Mash" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Monster Mash"?

It was written by Bobby Pickett, Leonard Capizzi, and released in 1962.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

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Dtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Monster Mash Chords – Piano

Bobby Pickett’s novelty Halloween hit about a graveyard monster dance party. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Bouncy Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the playful feel of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

I was working in the lab, late one night

C G

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

G

For my monster from his slab, began to rise

C G

And suddenly to my surprise

Chorus

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

He did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

Verse 2

G

From my laboratory in the castle east

C G

To the master bedroom where the vampires feast

G

The ghouls all came from their humble abodes

C G

To get a jolt from my electrode

Chorus

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

They did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

Bridge

C G

The zombies were having fun, the party had just begun

C G

The guests included Wolfman, Dracula, and his son

C G

The scene was rockin’, all were diggin’ the sounds

C G

Igor on the chains, backed by his baying hounds

C G

The coffin-bangers were about to arrive

C G

With their vocal group, ‘The Crypt-Kicker Five’

Verse 3

G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

G

They played the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

Chorus

C G

Out from his coffin, Dracula’s voice did ring

C G

Seems he was troubled by just one thing

C G

He opened the lid and shook his fist and said

C G

“Whatever happened to my Transylvania Twist?”

Outro

G

It’s now the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Monster Mash"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.

Is "Monster Mash" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Monster Mash" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Monster Mash"?

It was written by Bobby Pickett, Leonard Capizzi, and released in 1962.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Monster Mash Chords – Banjo

Bobby Pickett’s novelty Halloween hit about a graveyard monster dance party. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Bouncy Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the playful feel of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

I was working in the lab, late one night

C G

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

G

For my monster from his slab, began to rise

C G

And suddenly to my surprise

Chorus

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

He did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

Verse 2

G

From my laboratory in the castle east

C G

To the master bedroom where the vampires feast

G

The ghouls all came from their humble abodes

C G

To get a jolt from my electrode

Chorus

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

They did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

Bridge

C G

The zombies were having fun, the party had just begun

C G

The guests included Wolfman, Dracula, and his son

C G

The scene was rockin’, all were diggin’ the sounds

C G

Igor on the chains, backed by his baying hounds

C G

The coffin-bangers were about to arrive

C G

With their vocal group, ‘The Crypt-Kicker Five’

Verse 3

G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

G

They played the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

Chorus

C G

Out from his coffin, Dracula’s voice did ring

C G

Seems he was troubled by just one thing

C G

He opened the lid and shook his fist and said

C G

“Whatever happened to my Transylvania Twist?”

Outro

G

It’s now the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Monster Mash"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.

Is "Monster Mash" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Monster Mash" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Monster Mash"?

It was written by Bobby Pickett, Leonard Capizzi, and released in 1962.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Monster Mash Chords – Mandolin

Bobby Pickett’s novelty Halloween hit about a graveyard monster dance party. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Bouncy Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the playful feel of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

I was working in the lab, late one night

C G

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

G

For my monster from his slab, began to rise

C G

And suddenly to my surprise

Chorus

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

He did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

Verse 2

G

From my laboratory in the castle east

C G

To the master bedroom where the vampires feast

G

The ghouls all came from their humble abodes

C G

To get a jolt from my electrode

Chorus

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

They did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

Bridge

C G

The zombies were having fun, the party had just begun

C G

The guests included Wolfman, Dracula, and his son

C G

The scene was rockin’, all were diggin’ the sounds

C G

Igor on the chains, backed by his baying hounds

C G

The coffin-bangers were about to arrive

C G

With their vocal group, ‘The Crypt-Kicker Five’

Verse 3

G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

G

They played the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

Chorus

C G

Out from his coffin, Dracula’s voice did ring

C G

Seems he was troubled by just one thing

C G

He opened the lid and shook his fist and said

C G

“Whatever happened to my Transylvania Twist?”

Outro

G

It’s now the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Monster Mash"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.

Is "Monster Mash" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Monster Mash" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Monster Mash"?

It was written by Bobby Pickett, Leonard Capizzi, and released in 1962.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Monster Mash Chords – Harmonica

Bobby Pickett’s novelty Halloween hit about a graveyard monster dance party. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Bouncy Strum (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the playful feel of the song.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

G

I was working in the lab, late one night

C G

When my eyes beheld an eerie sight

G

For my monster from his slab, began to rise

C G

And suddenly to my surprise

Chorus

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

He did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

He did the mash, he did the monster mash

Verse 2

G

From my laboratory in the castle east

C G

To the master bedroom where the vampires feast

G

The ghouls all came from their humble abodes

C G

To get a jolt from my electrode

Chorus

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

C G

They did the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They did the mash, they did the monster mash

Bridge

C G

The zombies were having fun, the party had just begun

C G

The guests included Wolfman, Dracula, and his son

C G

The scene was rockin’, all were diggin’ the sounds

C G

Igor on the chains, backed by his baying hounds

C G

The coffin-bangers were about to arrive

C G

With their vocal group, ‘The Crypt-Kicker Five’

Verse 3

G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, it was a graveyard smash

G

They played the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

They played the mash, they played the monster mash

Chorus

C G

Out from his coffin, Dracula’s voice did ring

C G

Seems he was troubled by just one thing

C G

He opened the lid and shook his fist and said

C G

“Whatever happened to my Transylvania Twist?”

Outro

G

It’s now the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

C G

The monster mash, and it’s a graveyard smash

G

Now it’s the mash, it caught on in a flash

C G

Now it’s the mash, it’s now the monster mash

Practice tip: The song uses only two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly before adding the strum pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Monster Mash"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, C and D.

Is "Monster Mash" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Monster Mash" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Monster Mash"?

It was written by Bobby Pickett, Leonard Capizzi, and released in 1962.