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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · D · E · Bm
Right Down the Line Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · D · E · Bm
Right Down the Line Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · D · E · Bm
Right Down the Line Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · D · E · Bm
Right Down the Line Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · D · E · Bm
Right Down the Line Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · D · E · Bm
Right Down the Line Chords – Harmonica
Gerry Rafferty’s classic love song about unwavering devotion. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, and D shapes to match the original recording in A.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C – G
G – C – D
Verse 2
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C – G
G – C – D
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C – G
G – C – D
Bridge
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Chorus
G – C – G
G – C – D
Outro
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
G – C
G – D
Practice tip: Master the G, C, and D chords first, then focus on the simple, repetitive chord progression to build muscle memory and rhythm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Right Down the Line"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and Bm.
Is "Right Down the Line" 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 "Right Down the Line" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Right Down the Line"?
It was written by Gerry Rafferty, and released in 1978.