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Surfin’ USA Chords – Guitar
The Beach Boys’ classic surf rock anthem celebrating surf spots across the USA. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Surf Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the upbeat feel.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
If everybody had an ocean
E
Across the U.S.A.
D
Then everybody’d be surfin’
A
Like Californi-a
A
You’d see ’em wearin’ their baggies
E
Huarachi sandals too
D A
A bushel of ’em ridin’ in a Woodie on their way to the beach
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Verse 2
A
We’ll all be plannin’ out a route
E
We’re gonna take real soon
D
We’re waxin’ down our surfboards
A
We can’t wait for June
We’ll all be gone for the summer
E
We’re on safari to stay
D
Tell the teacher we’re surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Bridge
A
At Haggerty’s and Swami’s
E
Pacific Palisades
D
San Onofre and Sunset
A
Redondo Beach, L.A.
A
All over La Jolla
E
At Waiamea Bay
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Outro
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Practice tip: Master the simple A, D, and E chord changes before speeding up to the song’s tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Surfin’ USA"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and G.
Is "Surfin’ USA" 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 "Surfin’ USA" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Surfin’ USA"?
It was written by Chuck Berry, Brian Wilson, and released in 1963.
Atap to play
Dtap to play
Etap to play
Gtap to play
Surfin’ USA Chords – Ukulele
The Beach Boys’ classic surf rock anthem celebrating surf spots across the USA. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Surf Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the upbeat feel.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
If everybody had an ocean
E
Across the U.S.A.
D
Then everybody’d be surfin’
A
Like Californi-a
A
You’d see ’em wearin’ their baggies
E
Huarachi sandals too
D A
A bushel of ’em ridin’ in a Woodie on their way to the beach
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Verse 2
A
We’ll all be plannin’ out a route
E
We’re gonna take real soon
D
We’re waxin’ down our surfboards
A
We can’t wait for June
We’ll all be gone for the summer
E
We’re on safari to stay
D
Tell the teacher we’re surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Bridge
A
At Haggerty’s and Swami’s
E
Pacific Palisades
D
San Onofre and Sunset
A
Redondo Beach, L.A.
A
All over La Jolla
E
At Waiamea Bay
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Outro
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Practice tip: Master the simple A, D, and E chord changes before speeding up to the song’s tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Surfin’ USA"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and G.
Is "Surfin’ USA" 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 "Surfin’ USA" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Surfin’ USA"?
It was written by Chuck Berry, Brian Wilson, and released in 1963.
Atap to play
Dtap to play
Etap to play
Gtap to play
Surfin’ USA Chords – Piano
The Beach Boys’ classic surf rock anthem celebrating surf spots across the USA. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Surf Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the upbeat feel.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
If everybody had an ocean
E
Across the U.S.A.
D
Then everybody’d be surfin’
A
Like Californi-a
A
You’d see ’em wearin’ their baggies
E
Huarachi sandals too
D A
A bushel of ’em ridin’ in a Woodie on their way to the beach
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Verse 2
A
We’ll all be plannin’ out a route
E
We’re gonna take real soon
D
We’re waxin’ down our surfboards
A
We can’t wait for June
We’ll all be gone for the summer
E
We’re on safari to stay
D
Tell the teacher we’re surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Bridge
A
At Haggerty’s and Swami’s
E
Pacific Palisades
D
San Onofre and Sunset
A
Redondo Beach, L.A.
A
All over La Jolla
E
At Waiamea Bay
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Outro
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Practice tip: Master the simple A, D, and E chord changes before speeding up to the song’s tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Surfin’ USA"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and G.
Is "Surfin’ USA" 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 "Surfin’ USA" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Surfin’ USA"?
It was written by Chuck Berry, Brian Wilson, and released in 1963.
Atap to play
Dtap to play
Etap to play
Gtap to play
Surfin’ USA Chords – Banjo
The Beach Boys’ classic surf rock anthem celebrating surf spots across the USA. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Surf Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the upbeat feel.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
If everybody had an ocean
E
Across the U.S.A.
D
Then everybody’d be surfin’
A
Like Californi-a
A
You’d see ’em wearin’ their baggies
E
Huarachi sandals too
D A
A bushel of ’em ridin’ in a Woodie on their way to the beach
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Verse 2
A
We’ll all be plannin’ out a route
E
We’re gonna take real soon
D
We’re waxin’ down our surfboards
A
We can’t wait for June
We’ll all be gone for the summer
E
We’re on safari to stay
D
Tell the teacher we’re surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Bridge
A
At Haggerty’s and Swami’s
E
Pacific Palisades
D
San Onofre and Sunset
A
Redondo Beach, L.A.
A
All over La Jolla
E
At Waiamea Bay
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Outro
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Practice tip: Master the simple A, D, and E chord changes before speeding up to the song’s tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Surfin’ USA"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and G.
Is "Surfin’ USA" 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 "Surfin’ USA" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Surfin’ USA"?
It was written by Chuck Berry, Brian Wilson, and released in 1963.
Atap to play
Dtap to play
Etap to play
Gtap to play
Surfin’ USA Chords – Mandolin
The Beach Boys’ classic surf rock anthem celebrating surf spots across the USA. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Surf Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the upbeat feel.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
If everybody had an ocean
E
Across the U.S.A.
D
Then everybody’d be surfin’
A
Like Californi-a
A
You’d see ’em wearin’ their baggies
E
Huarachi sandals too
D A
A bushel of ’em ridin’ in a Woodie on their way to the beach
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Verse 2
A
We’ll all be plannin’ out a route
E
We’re gonna take real soon
D
We’re waxin’ down our surfboards
A
We can’t wait for June
We’ll all be gone for the summer
E
We’re on safari to stay
D
Tell the teacher we’re surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Bridge
A
At Haggerty’s and Swami’s
E
Pacific Palisades
D
San Onofre and Sunset
A
Redondo Beach, L.A.
A
All over La Jolla
E
At Waiamea Bay
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Outro
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Practice tip: Master the simple A, D, and E chord changes before speeding up to the song’s tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Surfin’ USA"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and G.
Is "Surfin’ USA" 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 "Surfin’ USA" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Surfin’ USA"?
It was written by Chuck Berry, Brian Wilson, and released in 1963.
Atap to play
Dtap to play
Etap to play
Gtap to play
Surfin’ USA Chords – Harmonica
The Beach Boys’ classic surf rock anthem celebrating surf spots across the USA. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Surf Rock Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep the strumming light and bouncy to match the upbeat feel.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
If everybody had an ocean
E
Across the U.S.A.
D
Then everybody’d be surfin’
A
Like Californi-a
A
You’d see ’em wearin’ their baggies
E
Huarachi sandals too
D A
A bushel of ’em ridin’ in a Woodie on their way to the beach
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Verse 2
A
We’ll all be plannin’ out a route
E
We’re gonna take real soon
D
We’re waxin’ down our surfboards
A
We can’t wait for June
We’ll all be gone for the summer
E
We’re on safari to stay
D
Tell the teacher we’re surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Bridge
A
At Haggerty’s and Swami’s
E
Pacific Palisades
D
San Onofre and Sunset
A
Redondo Beach, L.A.
A
All over La Jolla
E
At Waiamea Bay
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Chorus
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
You’ll catch ’em surfin’ at Del Mar
E
Ventura County Line
D
Santa Cruz and Trestles
E
Australia’s Narrabeen
D
All over Manhattan
E
And down Doheny Way
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Outro
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
A
Everybody’s gone surfin’
E
Surfin’ U.S.A.
D
Everybody’s gone surfin’
A
Surfin’ U.S.A.
Practice tip: Master the simple A, D, and E chord changes before speeding up to the song’s tempo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Surfin’ USA"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: A, D, E and G.
Is "Surfin’ USA" 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 "Surfin’ USA" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Surfin’ USA"?
It was written by Chuck Berry, Brian Wilson, and released in 1963.