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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Sister Golden Hair Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Sister Golden Hair Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Sister Golden Hair Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Sister Golden Hair Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Sister Golden Hair Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · Em · Am
Sister Golden Hair Chords – Harmonica
America’s power-pop classic about a complicated relationship. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E.
Pop-Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording. Focus on clean chord transitions during the pre-chorus buildup.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
B
C#m
A
E
B
C#m – A
Chorus
A – E (×3)
B – E
Verse 2
E
B
C#m
A
E
B
C#m – A
Chorus
A – E (×3)
B – E
Bridge
A – E
A – E – B – E
A – E
A – E – B – E
Chorus
A – E (×3)
B – E
Practice tip: The C#m barre chord is the trickiest part. Try using a capo on the 4th fret and play C, G, Am, F shapes instead for an easier version.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sister Golden Hair"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.
Is "Sister Golden Hair" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sister Golden Hair" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Sister Golden Hair"?
It was written by Gerry Beckley, and released in 1975.