Gtap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Mr. Tambourine Man Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Mr. Tambourine Man Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Mr. Tambourine Man Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Mr. Tambourine Man Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Mr. Tambourine Man Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Mr. Tambourine Man Chords – Harmonica
Bob Dylan’s classic folk-rock anthem about a mystical musician and the promise of escape. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match Dylan’s original recording key of A, while still playing the G-shaped chords shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D
G
C
G
D – G
Verse 2
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D
G
C
G
D – G
Verse 3
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
D
C – G
Chorus
C – G
D
G
C
G
D – G
Verse 4
G – D
C – G
G – D
C – G
Practice tip: The chord progression G-D-C-G repeats often; practice switching between these three chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Mr. Tambourine Man"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Mr. Tambourine Man" 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 "Mr. Tambourine Man" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Mr. Tambourine Man"?
It was written by Bob Dylan, and released in 1965.