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C#mtap to play
Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
E · G#m · A · B · C#m
New Kid in Town Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · G#m · A · B · C#m
New Kid in Town Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · G#m · A · B · C#m
New Kid in Town Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · G#m · A · B · C#m
New Kid in Town Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · G#m · A · B · C#m
New Kid in Town Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · G#m · A · B · C#m
New Kid in Town Chords – Harmonica
A classic Eagles song about the fleeting nature of fame and love. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E.
Country Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light palm mute on the verses to create a steady, chugging rhythm.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
A – E
E
A – E
Chorus
A – E (×4)
Verse 2
E
A – E
E
A – E
Chorus
A – E (×4)
Bridge
F#m
E
F#m
E
F#m
E
F#m – E
Verse 3
E
A – E
E
A – E
Chorus
A – E (×4)
Bridge
F#m
E
F#m
E
F#m
E
F#m – E
Chorus
A – E (×4)
Outro
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
Practice tip: Master the E to A chord change, as it’s the core of the song’s progression; practice it with a metronome until it’s automatic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "New Kid in Town"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: E, G#m, A, B and C#m.
Is "New Kid in Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "New Kid in Town" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "New Kid in Town"?
It was written by Glenn Frey, Don Henley, J.D. Souther, and released in 1976.