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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · D · A · G
Runnin’ Down a Dream Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · D · A · G
Runnin’ Down a Dream Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · D · A · G
Runnin’ Down a Dream Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · D · A · G
Runnin’ Down a Dream Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · D · A · G
Runnin’ Down a Dream Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · D · A · G
Runnin’ Down a Dream Chords – Harmonica
Tom Petty’s driving rock anthem about chasing freedom on the open road. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This song has a relentless, driving rhythm. Use steady, powerful downstrokes and keep a solid, fast tempo.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – D
A – E
E – D – A
E
Verse 2
E – D
A – E
E – D – A
E
Chorus
D
A – E
E – D
A – E
Verse 3
E – D
A – E
E – D – A
E
Verse 4
E – D
A – E
E – D – A
E
Chorus
D
A – E
E – D
A – E
Bridge
G – D
A
E
G – D
Verse 5
E – D
A – E
E – D – A
E
Outro
E – D
A – E
E – D
A – E
E – D
A – E
E – D
A – E
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Runnin’ Down a Dream"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, D, A and G.
Is "Runnin’ Down a Dream" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Runnin’ Down a Dream" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Runnin’ Down a Dream"?
It was written by Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, Mike Campbell, and released in 1989.