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Sunday Morning Coming Down Chords

Kris Kristofferson Beginner Key of G 5 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Sunday Morning Coming Down Chords – Guitar

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Sunday Morning Coming Down Chords – Ukulele

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Sunday Morning Coming Down Chords – Piano

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Sunday Morning Coming Down Chords – Banjo

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Sunday Morning Coming Down Chords – Mandolin

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Key

G

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · C · D · Em · Am

Sunday Morning Coming Down Chords – Harmonica

Kris Kristofferson’s classic, melancholic reflection on loneliness and a hangover. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.

Chords used: G, C, D, Em, Am · Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner

Folk Strum (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match Kristofferson’s original recording key of A, but play the G, C, D, and Em shapes as written.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D

C – G

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

Verse 2

G – C

G – D

G – C

G – D

G – C

G – D

G – C

G – D – G

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

Verse 3

G

C – G

D

G – C

G

D – G

C – G

D – G

Chorus

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

C – G

D – G

Practice tip: The chord progression is very repetitive (G, C, D). Focus on keeping a steady, relaxed strumming hand to capture the song’s weary, reflective mood.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Sunday Morning Coming Down"?

You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, C, D, Em and Am.

Is "Sunday Morning Coming Down" 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 "Sunday Morning Coming Down" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "Sunday Morning Coming Down"?

It was written by Kris Kristofferson, and released in 1970.