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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D
Old MacDonald Had a Farm Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D
Old MacDonald Had a Farm Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D
Old MacDonald Had a Farm Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D
Old MacDonald Had a Farm Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D
Old MacDonald Had a Farm Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D
Old MacDonald Had a Farm Chords – Harmonica
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
Chords used: G, C, D · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →
1
Three easy chords
G, C, and D. A perfect kids song for learning chord changes.
2
Sing and play
The fun is in making animal sounds between strums!
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G – D (×2)
G
G – C – G – D
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Old MacDonald Had a Farm"?
You need 3 Beginner-friendly chords: G, C and D.
Is "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated Beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Old MacDonald Had a Farm"?
It was written by Traditional.