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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Rocky Top Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Rocky Top Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Rocky Top Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Rocky Top Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Rocky Top Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em
Rocky Top Chords – Harmonica
The Osborne Brothers’ bluegrass anthem celebrating a cherished place in the Tennessee hills. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Bouncy Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a steady, upbeat tempo to match the song’s lively feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G
D – G
G – C – G
D – G
G – C – G
D – G
G – C – G
D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
Verse 2
G – C – G
D – G
G – C – G
D – G
G – C – G
D – G
G – C – G
D – G
Chorus
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
G – C – G
D – G
G – C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
D – G
C – G
Practice tip: Master the G-C-D chord progression changes before speeding up, as it forms the core of the song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Rocky Top"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D and Em.
Is "Rocky Top" 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 "Rocky Top" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Rocky Top"?
It was written by Boudleaux Bryant, Felice Bryant, and released in 1967.