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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Em · G · D · Am
Rooster Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · G · D · Am
Rooster Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · G · D · Am
Rooster Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · G · D · Am
Rooster Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · G · D · Am
Rooster Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · G · D · Am
Rooster Chords – Harmonica
Alice in Chains’ grunge classic about the Vietnam War experience, characterized by heavy riffs and haunting vocals. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This song relies on a heavy, driving rhythm. Use palm muting on the verses and powerful, ringing open chords for the choruses and bridge.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Intro / Main Riff
(Play main riff)
Verse 1
Em – G (×2)
D – Am
Em – G (×2)
Am
Chorus
D – Am – G
D – Am
G
D
Verse 2
Em – G (×2)
D – Am
Em – G (×2)
Am
Chorus
D – Am – G
D – Am
G
D
Bridge
Em
Guitar Solo
(Play solo over verse/chorus progression)
Chorus
D – Am – G
D – Am
G
D
D – Am – G
D – Am
G
D
Outro
Em – G (×3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Rooster"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: Em, G, D and Am.
Is "Rooster" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Rooster" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Rooster"?
It was written by Jerry Cantrell, and released in 1992.