Gtap to play
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · Em · Am · D7 · C
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · Em · Am · D7 · C
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · Em · Am · D7 · C
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · Em · Am · D7 · C
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · Em · Am · D7 · C
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · Em · Am · D7 · C
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree Chords – Harmonica
Brenda Lee’s upbeat Christmas classic that’s been a holiday staple since 1958. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Upbeat Swing (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a bouncy, swinging feel. This is a fun, danceable Christmas song — keep the energy high and the rhythm tight.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G
D (×2)
G
Verse 2
G
D (×2)
G – G7
Chorus
C – Cm
G
A – D
Verse 3
G
D (×2)
G – G7
Chorus
C – Cm
G
A – D
Outro
G
D (×2)
G
Practice tip: The Cm chord in the chorus adds holiday character. If it’s hard as a barre, just play C and flatten the E on the B string (1st fret) for a simple Cm effect.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, Am, D7 and C.
Is "Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree" 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 "Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree"?
It was written by Johnny Marks, and released in 1958.