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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Say It Ain’t So Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Say It Ain’t So Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Say It Ain’t So Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Say It Ain’t So Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Say It Ain’t So Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
C · G · Am · F
Say It Ain’t So Chords – Harmonica
Weezer’s emotional rock anthem from the Blue Album builds from a quiet, clean intro into a massive distorted chorus. It’s a masterclass in dynamic rock songwriting.
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Tip: Start the verse clean and quiet, then slam into the chorus with heavy strumming. The intro riff uses clean arpeggios on Cm-Ab shapes. For acoustic, the quiet-loud dynamic is crucial.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G
Am – F
C – G
Am – F
Chorus
C – G – Am
F – C
G
Am – F
Verse 2
C – G – Am
F
C – G
Am – F
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Say It Ain’t So"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: C, G, Am and F.
Is "Say It Ain’t So" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Say It Ain’t So" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Say It Ain’t So"?
It was written by Rivers Cuomo, and released in 1994.