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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F
No Woman No Cry Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F
No Woman No Cry Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F
No Woman No Cry Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F
No Woman No Cry Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F
No Woman No Cry Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F
No Woman No Cry Chords – Harmonica
Bob Marley’s reggae classic uses the same four chords as Let It Be but with a completely different feel. The reggae strum makes it unique.
Reggae Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The reggae strum accents the offbeats. Mute on beats 1 and 3, strum on the “and” of each beat. It feels backwards at first but becomes natural.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G – Am – F (×4)
Chorus
C – G – Am – F (×4)
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of C: C G Am F. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "No Woman No Cry"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.
Is "No Woman No Cry" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "No Woman No Cry" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "No Woman No Cry"?
It was written by Bob Marley.