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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pigs on the Wing Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pigs on the Wing Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pigs on the Wing Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pigs on the Wing Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pigs on the Wing Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Pigs on the Wing Chords – Harmonica
A tender acoustic ballad from Pink Floyd’s “Animals” album. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a gentle, consistent strum to match the song’s intimate feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Part 1
G
C – G
G
C – G
G
C – G
Part 2
G
C – G
G
C – G
G
C – G
Practice tip: Focus on the simple G to C chord change, keeping your strumming hand relaxed and steady throughout.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Pigs on the Wing"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Pigs on the Wing" 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 "Pigs on the Wing" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Pigs on the Wing"?
It was written by Roger Waters, and released in 1977.