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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · G · A · C
Stuck in the Middle with You Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · G · A · C
Stuck in the Middle with You Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · G · A · C
Stuck in the Middle with You Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · G · A · C
Stuck in the Middle with You Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · G · A · C
Stuck in the Middle with You Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · G · A · C
Stuck in the Middle with You Chords – Harmonica
Stealers Wheel’s 1972 folk-rock hit about corporate frustration and surreal discomfort. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Folk Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the song’s ironic, upbeat feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D
G – D
A – G
D – A
D
G – D
A – G
Chorus
D
G – D
A – G
D – A
D
G – D
A – G
Verse 2
D
G – D
A
G
D
Chorus
D
G – D
A – G
D – A
D
G – D
A – G
Bridge
D
G – D
A – G
D – A
D
G – D
A – G
Chorus
D
G – D
A – G
D – A
D
G – D
A – G
Outro
D
G – D
A
G
D
Practice tip: The chord progression D-G-D-A-G-D-A repeats often; practice switching between D, G, and A until it becomes automatic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Stuck in the Middle with You"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: D, G, A and C.
Is "Stuck in the Middle with You" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Stuck in the Middle with You" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Stuck in the Middle with You"?
It was written by Gerry Rafferty, Joe Egan, and released in 1972.