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Sound of Silence Chords – Guitar
One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Folk Fingerpick (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
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Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am G
Hello darkness, my old friend
Am
I’ve come to talk with you again
F C
Because a vision softly creeping
F C
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
F Am
And the vision that was planted in my brain
G Am
Still remains within the sound of silence
Verse 2
Am G
In restless dreams I walked alone
Am
Narrow streets of cobblestone
F C
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
F C
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
F Am
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
G Am
That split the night and touched the sound of silence
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sound of Silence"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sound of Silence" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sound of Silence" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Sound of Silence"?
It was written by Paul Simon, and released in 1964.
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Ctap to play
Sound of Silence Chords – Ukulele
One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Folk Fingerpick (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am G
Hello darkness, my old friend
Am
I’ve come to talk with you again
F C
Because a vision softly creeping
F C
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
F Am
And the vision that was planted in my brain
G Am
Still remains within the sound of silence
Verse 2
Am G
In restless dreams I walked alone
Am
Narrow streets of cobblestone
F C
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
F C
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
F Am
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
G Am
That split the night and touched the sound of silence
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sound of Silence"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sound of Silence" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sound of Silence" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Sound of Silence"?
It was written by Paul Simon, and released in 1964.
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Ctap to play
Sound of Silence Chords – Piano
One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Folk Fingerpick (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am G
Hello darkness, my old friend
Am
I’ve come to talk with you again
F C
Because a vision softly creeping
F C
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
F Am
And the vision that was planted in my brain
G Am
Still remains within the sound of silence
Verse 2
Am G
In restless dreams I walked alone
Am
Narrow streets of cobblestone
F C
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
F C
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
F Am
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
G Am
That split the night and touched the sound of silence
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sound of Silence"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sound of Silence" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sound of Silence" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Sound of Silence"?
It was written by Paul Simon, and released in 1964.
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Ctap to play
Sound of Silence Chords – Banjo
One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Folk Fingerpick (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am G
Hello darkness, my old friend
Am
I’ve come to talk with you again
F C
Because a vision softly creeping
F C
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
F Am
And the vision that was planted in my brain
G Am
Still remains within the sound of silence
Verse 2
Am G
In restless dreams I walked alone
Am
Narrow streets of cobblestone
F C
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
F C
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
F Am
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
G Am
That split the night and touched the sound of silence
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sound of Silence"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sound of Silence" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sound of Silence" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Sound of Silence"?
It was written by Paul Simon, and released in 1964.
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Ctap to play
Sound of Silence Chords – Mandolin
One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Folk Fingerpick (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am G
Hello darkness, my old friend
Am
I’ve come to talk with you again
F C
Because a vision softly creeping
F C
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
F Am
And the vision that was planted in my brain
G Am
Still remains within the sound of silence
Verse 2
Am G
In restless dreams I walked alone
Am
Narrow streets of cobblestone
F C
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
F C
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
F Am
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
G Am
That split the night and touched the sound of silence
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sound of Silence"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sound of Silence" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sound of Silence" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Sound of Silence"?
It was written by Paul Simon, and released in 1964.
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Ctap to play
Sound of Silence Chords – Harmonica
One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Folk Fingerpick (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am G
Hello darkness, my old friend
Am
I’ve come to talk with you again
F C
Because a vision softly creeping
F C
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
F Am
And the vision that was planted in my brain
G Am
Still remains within the sound of silence
Verse 2
Am G
In restless dreams I walked alone
Am
Narrow streets of cobblestone
F C
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
F C
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
F Am
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
G Am
That split the night and touched the sound of silence
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sound of Silence"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sound of Silence" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sound of Silence" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Sound of Silence"?
It was written by Paul Simon, and released in 1964.
Amtap to play
Gtap to play
Ftap to play
Ctap to play
Sound of Silence Chords – Vocal
One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Folk Fingerpick (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Am G
Hello darkness, my old friend
Am
I’ve come to talk with you again
F C
Because a vision softly creeping
F C
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
F Am
And the vision that was planted in my brain
G Am
Still remains within the sound of silence
Verse 2
Am G
In restless dreams I walked alone
Am
Narrow streets of cobblestone
F C
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
F C
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
F Am
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
G Am
That split the night and touched the sound of silence
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of A: Am G F C. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sound of Silence"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Am, G, F and C.
Is "Sound of Silence" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sound of Silence" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Sound of Silence"?
It was written by Paul Simon, and released in 1964.