Country, Folk

Rich Men North of Richmond Chords

Oliver Anthony Beginner Key of A 4 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

Am · G · F · C

Rich Men North of Richmond Chords – Guitar

Oliver Anthony’s viral working-class anthem that topped the charts overnight. Raw, emotional, and simple to play.

Folk Anthem (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Play this with passion and conviction. The strumming should be aggressive and driving. Let the Am chord ring to set the mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am

I’ve been sellin’ my soul, workin’ all day

G F

Overtime hours for bullshit pay

Am

So I can sit out here and waste my life away

G F Am

Drag back home and drown my troubles away

Chorus

Am G

Lord, it’s a damn shame what the world’s gotten to

F Am

For people like me and people like you

Am G

I wish I could just wake up and it not be true

F Am

But it is, oh it is

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.

Is "Rich Men North of Richmond" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Rich Men North of Richmond" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

It was written by Oliver Anthony, and released in 2023.

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Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Am · G · F · C

Rich Men North of Richmond Chords – Ukulele

Oliver Anthony’s viral working-class anthem that topped the charts overnight. Raw, emotional, and simple to play.

Folk Anthem (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play this with passion and conviction. The strumming should be aggressive and driving. Let the Am chord ring to set the mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am

I’ve been sellin’ my soul, workin’ all day

G F

Overtime hours for bullshit pay

Am

So I can sit out here and waste my life away

G F Am

Drag back home and drown my troubles away

Chorus

Am G

Lord, it’s a damn shame what the world’s gotten to

F Am

For people like me and people like you

Am G

I wish I could just wake up and it not be true

F Am

But it is, oh it is

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.

Is "Rich Men North of Richmond" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Rich Men North of Richmond" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

It was written by Oliver Anthony, and released in 2023.

Amtap to play

Gtap to play

Ftap to play

Ctap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Am · G · F · C

Rich Men North of Richmond Chords – Piano

Oliver Anthony’s viral working-class anthem that topped the charts overnight. Raw, emotional, and simple to play.

Folk Anthem (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play this with passion and conviction. The strumming should be aggressive and driving. Let the Am chord ring to set the mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am

I’ve been sellin’ my soul, workin’ all day

G F

Overtime hours for bullshit pay

Am

So I can sit out here and waste my life away

G F Am

Drag back home and drown my troubles away

Chorus

Am G

Lord, it’s a damn shame what the world’s gotten to

F Am

For people like me and people like you

Am G

I wish I could just wake up and it not be true

F Am

But it is, oh it is

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.

Is "Rich Men North of Richmond" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Rich Men North of Richmond" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

It was written by Oliver Anthony, and released in 2023.

Amtap to play

Gtap to play

Ftap to play

Ctap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Am · G · F · C

Rich Men North of Richmond Chords – Banjo

Oliver Anthony’s viral working-class anthem that topped the charts overnight. Raw, emotional, and simple to play.

Folk Anthem (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play this with passion and conviction. The strumming should be aggressive and driving. Let the Am chord ring to set the mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am

I’ve been sellin’ my soul, workin’ all day

G F

Overtime hours for bullshit pay

Am

So I can sit out here and waste my life away

G F Am

Drag back home and drown my troubles away

Chorus

Am G

Lord, it’s a damn shame what the world’s gotten to

F Am

For people like me and people like you

Am G

I wish I could just wake up and it not be true

F Am

But it is, oh it is

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.

Is "Rich Men North of Richmond" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Rich Men North of Richmond" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

It was written by Oliver Anthony, and released in 2023.

Amtap to play

Gtap to play

Ftap to play

Ctap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Am · G · F · C

Rich Men North of Richmond Chords – Mandolin

Oliver Anthony’s viral working-class anthem that topped the charts overnight. Raw, emotional, and simple to play.

Folk Anthem (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play this with passion and conviction. The strumming should be aggressive and driving. Let the Am chord ring to set the mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am

I’ve been sellin’ my soul, workin’ all day

G F

Overtime hours for bullshit pay

Am

So I can sit out here and waste my life away

G F Am

Drag back home and drown my troubles away

Chorus

Am G

Lord, it’s a damn shame what the world’s gotten to

F Am

For people like me and people like you

Am G

I wish I could just wake up and it not be true

F Am

But it is, oh it is

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.

Is "Rich Men North of Richmond" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Rich Men North of Richmond" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

It was written by Oliver Anthony, and released in 2023.

Amtap to play

Gtap to play

Ftap to play

Ctap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Am · G · F · C

Rich Men North of Richmond Chords – Harmonica

Oliver Anthony’s viral working-class anthem that topped the charts overnight. Raw, emotional, and simple to play.

Folk Anthem (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Play this with passion and conviction. The strumming should be aggressive and driving. Let the Am chord ring to set the mood.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

Am

I’ve been sellin’ my soul, workin’ all day

G F

Overtime hours for bullshit pay

Am

So I can sit out here and waste my life away

G F Am

Drag back home and drown my troubles away

Chorus

Am G

Lord, it’s a damn shame what the world’s gotten to

F Am

For people like me and people like you

Am G

I wish I could just wake up and it not be true

F Am

But it is, oh it is

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chords

This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.

2

Practice the changes

Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.

3

Add the strumming

Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.

4

Play along

Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.

Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.

Is "Rich Men North of Richmond" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Rich Men North of Richmond" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Rich Men North of Richmond"?

It was written by Oliver Anthony, and released in 2023.