Gtap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Rainbow Connection Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Rainbow Connection Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Rainbow Connection Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Rainbow Connection Chords – Banjo
Gtap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Rainbow Connection Chords – Mandolin
Gtap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Rainbow Connection Chords – Harmonica
Kermit the Frog’s whimsical and beloved song from The Muppet Movie. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Gentle Folk Waltz (3/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with childlike wonder and warmth. This song is gentle and dreamy — fingerpicking works beautifully here.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G – C
G – C – D
G – C – G – C
G – C – D
Chorus
Em – Am – D – G
C – Am – D
G – C – Am – D
G – C – G – D
Verse 2
G – C – G – C
G – C – D
G – C – G – C
G – C – D
Chorus
Em – Am – D – G
C – Am – D
G – C – Am – D
G – C – G – D
Bridge
Am – D – G
Am – D – G – D
Verse 3
G – C – G – C
G – C – D
G – C – G – C
G – C – D
Chorus
Em – Am – D – G
C – Am – D
G – C – Am – D
G – C – G
C – Am – D
G – C – G
Practice tip: The G-C pattern in the verses makes this very accessible for beginners. The chorus adds Em, Am, and D. A beautiful song that’s fun and easy to play.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Rainbow Connection"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.
Is "Rainbow Connection" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Rainbow Connection" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Rainbow Connection"?
It was written by Paul Williams, Kenneth Ascher, and released in 1979.