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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Am
Ripple Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Am
Ripple Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Am
Ripple Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Am
Ripple Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Am
Ripple Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Am
Ripple Chords – Harmonica
One of the Grateful Dead’s most beautiful and accessible songs, “Ripple” from American Beauty is a gentle, acoustic folk gem. Simple chords and timeless poetry make it perfect for campfire guitar.
Folk Acoustic (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep it light and breezy. This is a gentle, happy song. A simple fingerpicking pattern works beautifully, or a light strum. Let it flow naturally like the “ripple in still water.”
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C (×3)
G – D – G
Chorus
Am – D
G – C
Am – D
Verse 2
G – C (×3)
G – D – G
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Ripple"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Am.
Is "Ripple" 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 "Ripple" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Ripple"?
It was written by Jerry Garcia, Robert Hunter, and released in 1970.