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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Rocket Man Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Rocket Man Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Rocket Man Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Rocket Man Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Rocket Man Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Dm
Rocket Man Chords – Harmonica
Elton John’s sci-fi classic about an astronaut’s loneliness is one of rock’s greatest songs. The sweeping chord progression creates a sense of vast space and melancholy.
Sweeping Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The intro uses arpeggiated Am and Dm chords to create that floaty, spacey feel. Build the dynamics throughout – the chorus should feel like liftoff. Let chords ring and sustain.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Am – Dm
F – C
F – C – F – C
Chorus
C – F
C
F – C
F – G
Am – F – G – C
Verse 2
Am – Dm
F – C
F – C – F – C
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Rocket Man"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Dm.
Is "Rocket Man" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Rocket Man" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Rocket Man"?
It was written by Elton John, Bernie Taupin, and released in 1972.