Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Ctap to play
Amtap to play
Dmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm
Over My Head Chords – Guitar
Ftap to play
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm
Over My Head Chords – Ukulele
Ftap to play
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm
Over My Head Chords – Piano
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm
Over My Head Chords – Banjo
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm
Over My Head Chords – Mandolin
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
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Key
F
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F · Bb · C · Am · Dm
Over My Head Chords – Harmonica
Fleetwood Mac’s classic pop-rock song about the sudden, overwhelming nature of falling in love. Beginner difficulty in the key of F.
Pop Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 1st fret and play G, C, and D chords for an easier version that sounds in the key of F.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F – Bb
C – F
F – Bb
C – F
F – Bb – C – F
Chorus
Bb – F
C – F
Bb – F
C – F
Verse 2
F – Bb
C – F
F – Bb – C (×4)
Chorus
Bb – F
C – F
Bb – F
C – F
Bridge
F – Bb – C – F
F – Bb – C (×3)
Verse 3
F – Bb
C – F
F – Bb – C (×4)
Chorus
Bb – F
C – F
Bb – F
C – F
Practice tip: The song uses only three chords (F, Bb, C). Practice switching between them slowly until you can keep up with the steady tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Over My Head"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: F, Bb, C, Am and Dm.
Is "Over My Head" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of F, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Over My Head" in?
It is in the key of F.
Who wrote "Over My Head"?
It was written by Christine McVie, and released in 1975.