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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · G · D · Em
Southern Cross Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · G · D · Em
Southern Cross Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · G · D · Em
Southern Cross Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · G · D · Em
Southern Cross Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · G · D · Em
Southern Cross Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · G · D · Em
Southern Cross Chords – Harmonica
A classic sailing and reflection song by Crosby, Stills & Nash. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G, C, D, and Em shapes to sound in the key of A.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G
D – Em
G – C
D – Em
Verse 2
G – C
G
D
Em
G – C – G
D – Em
Chorus
C – G
C – G – D – Em
C – G
C – G – D
Verse 3
G – C
G – D
Em – G
C
D – Em
G
C
Chorus
C – G
C – G – D – Em
C – G
C – G – D
Bridge
Em (×2)
Verse 4
G – C
G – D – Em
G – C
G – D – Em
G
C – D – Em
Chorus
C – G
C – G – D – Em
C – G
C – G – D
Outro
G – C
G – D
Em
Practice tip: Master the G to C and G to D transitions, as they are the most common changes in this song. Strum lightly to match the laid-back feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Southern Cross"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, G, D and Em.
Is "Southern Cross" 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 "Southern Cross" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Southern Cross"?
It was written by Stephen Stills, Richard Curtis, Michael Curtis, and released in 1982.