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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
E · G#m · C#m · B · A
Santeria Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · G#m · C#m · B · A
Santeria Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · G#m · C#m · B · A
Santeria Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · G#m · C#m · B · A
Santeria Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · G#m · C#m · B · A
Santeria Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · G#m · C#m · B · A
Santeria Chords – Harmonica
Sublime’s most famous track blends rock, ska, and reggae with an infectious groove. The chord progression has a warm, sunny California vibe despite the song’s darker lyrical themes.
Ska-Rock Groove (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The rhythm has a ska feel – emphasize the upstrokes. Use barre chord shapes for G#m and C#m. Keep the groove loose and laid-back, letting the rhythm bounce.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – G#m – C#m – B
E – G#m
C#m – B – A – B
E – G#m – C#m – B
Chorus
A – B
A – B – E
A – B
Verse 2
E – G#m – C#m – B
E – G#m
C#m – B – A
B
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santeria"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: E, G#m, C#m, B and A.
Is "Santeria" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santeria" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Santeria"?
It was written by Bradley Nowell, and released in 1996.