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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · D · A
No Rain Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · D · A
No Rain Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · D · A
No Rain Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · D · A
No Rain Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · D · A
No Rain Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · D · A
No Rain Chords – Harmonica
Blind Melon’s 1992 alternative rock hit about longing and finding one’s place. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Chords used: E, D, A · Key: E · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
Folk-Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 4th fret and play the chord shapes for C, G, Am, and F to match the original recording’s key of G#.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
E
Chorus
A – B
E – C#m
A – B
E – C#m
A – B – E
C#m
A – B – E
C#m – A
B
Verse 2
E – B
A – E
E – B
Chorus
A – B
E – C#m
A – B
E – C#m
A – B – E
C#m
A – B – E
C#m – A
B
Bridge
E – B – A
E
E – B – A
E
Chorus
A – B
E – C#m
A – B
E – C#m
A – B – E
C#m
A – B – E
C#m – A
B
Outro
E – B
A – E
E – B
A – E
Practice tip: Master the four main chords (E, B, A, C#m) in isolation before trying to sing. The strum pattern is consistent throughout, so focus on keeping a steady rhythm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "No Rain"?
You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: E, D and A.
Is "No Rain" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "No Rain" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "No Rain"?
It was written by Blind Melon, and released in 1992.