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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · A · G · Bm
Sweet Jane Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · A · G · Bm
Sweet Jane Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · A · G · Bm
Sweet Jane Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · A · G · Bm
Sweet Jane Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · A · G · Bm
Sweet Jane Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · A · G · Bm
Sweet Jane Chords – Harmonica
The Velvet Underground’s classic rock song about contrasting lives and holding onto a simple, romantic ideal. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Steady Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This song uses a simple four-chord progression; focus on keeping a relaxed, steady strum.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
Verse 2
D – A (×2)
D – G – D – A
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
D – G – D
Chorus
D – G – D – A (×2)
Verse 3
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – G – D – A
Chorus
D – G – D – A (×2)
Bridge
G – D – A (×2)
Chorus
D – G – D – A (×2)
Outro
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
D – G
D – A (×2)
D – G – D
Practice tip: The entire song is built on D, G, A, and a single G chord. Practice switching between D and A, as that is the most common transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sweet Jane"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: D, A, G and Bm.
Is "Sweet Jane" 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 "Sweet Jane" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "Sweet Jane"?
It was written by Lou Reed, and released in 1970.