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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Sitting Waiting Wishing Chords – Guitar
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Sitting Waiting Wishing Chords – Ukulele
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Sitting Waiting Wishing Chords – Piano
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Sitting Waiting Wishing Chords – Banjo
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Sitting Waiting Wishing Chords – Mandolin
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Key
C
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · F · C
Sitting Waiting Wishing Chords – Harmonica
A laid-back acoustic song about longing and patience by Jack Johnson. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out for the relaxed feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
C – G (×4)
Chorus
C – G
Am
F – C
G
Verse 2
C – G – C
G – C (×3)
Chorus
C – G
Am
F – C
G
Bridge
F – C
F – C – G
F – C (×2)
Verse 3
C – G – C
G – C (×3)
Chorus
C – G
Am
F – C
G
Chorus
C – G
Am
F – C
G
Practice tip: Master the simple C-G-Am-F progression before adding the strum pattern; it repeats throughout the entire song.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sitting Waiting Wishing"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sitting Waiting Wishing" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sitting Waiting Wishing" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Sitting Waiting Wishing"?
It was written by Jack Johnson, and released in 2005.