Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm · Gm
Mr. Blue Sky Chords – Guitar
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm · Gm
Mr. Blue Sky Chords – Ukulele
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm · Gm
Mr. Blue Sky Chords – Piano
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm · Gm
Mr. Blue Sky Chords – Banjo
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm · Gm
Mr. Blue Sky Chords – Mandolin
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Gmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm · Gm
Mr. Blue Sky Chords – Harmonica
Electric Light Orchestra’s joyous and orchestral pop-rock celebration of a sunny day. Intermediate difficulty in the key of F.
Upbeat Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret and play in E major shapes for easier fingering, or play the F chords as barre chords for authenticity.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Intro / Verse 1
F
C – Bb – F
C
F
C – Bb – F
C
Chorus
F
C
Bb – F – C
F
C
Bb – F – C
F
Verse 2
F
C
Bb
F – C
F
C
Bb
F – C
Chorus
F
C
Bb – F – C
F
C
Bb – F – C
F
Instrumental / Bridge
F – C
Bb – F
C
F – C
Bb – F
C
Verse 3
F
C
Bb – F
C
F
C
F
C
Chorus
F
C
Bb – F – C
F
C
Bb – F – C
F
Outro
F – C
Bb – F
C
F – C
Bb – F
C
F – C
Bb – F
C
F – C
Bb – F
C
F – C – Bb
F – C
Bb – F
C – Bb
F – C
Practice tip: Master the F, C, and Bb chord changes in isolation before tackling the full tempo; the outro requires stamina, so build up to it gradually.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Mr. Blue Sky"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: F, Bb, C, Am, Dm and Gm.
Is "Mr. Blue Sky" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of F, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Mr. Blue Sky" in?
It is in the key of F.
Who wrote "Mr. Blue Sky"?
It was written by Jeff Lynne, and released in 1977.