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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
A · E · D · F#m · Bm
Oh Darling Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · E · D · F#m · Bm
Oh Darling Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · E · D · F#m · Bm
Oh Darling Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · E · D · F#m · Bm
Oh Darling Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · E · D · F#m · Bm
Oh Darling Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · E · D · F#m · Bm
Oh Darling Chords – Harmonica
A passionate, bluesy plea from The Beatles’ “Abbey Road” album. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Soulful Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a strong, confident strum and really lean into the vocal delivery for the right feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
E
A
E
Chorus
A
E
A
D – A – E
Verse 2
A
E
A
E
Chorus
A
E
A
D – A – E
Bridge
D – A
E – A
D – A
E
Verse 3
A
E
A
E
Chorus
A
E
A
D – A – E
Practice tip: Master the A to E and A to D transitions, as they are the core of the song’s progression; practice the bridge’s quick changes slowly at first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Oh Darling"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: A, E, D, F#m and Bm.
Is "Oh Darling" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Oh Darling" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Oh Darling"?
It was written by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and released in 1969.