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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ooh La La Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ooh La La Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ooh La La Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ooh La La Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ooh La La Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Ooh La La Chords – Harmonica
A classic rock song by Faces about the wisdom that comes too late in life. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original recording’s key of Bb, but play the G, C, D, and Em shapes as written.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – D (×3)
G – C – D – Em
C – D – G
Chorus
C
D – G
C
D – Em
Verse 2
G – C – D – G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D
G – C – D – Em
C – D – G
Chorus
C
D – G
C
D – Em
Bridge
Em – C – D – Em – C – D (×2)
Em – C – D
Em – C – D – Em
C – D – Em
Chorus
C
D – G
C
D – Em
Outro
G – C – D (×2)
G – C – D – Em
C – D – G
C – D
G – C – D
G – C
D
G – C – D
G – C
D
G – C – D
Practice tip: The song uses only four chords (G, C, D, Em). Practice switching between G and D, as that is the most common transition in the verses and chorus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Ooh La La"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Ooh La La" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Ooh La La" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Ooh La La"?
It was written by Ronnie Wood, Ronnie Lane, and released in 1973.