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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
E · D · A · B
Sympathy for the Devil Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · D · A · B
Sympathy for the Devil Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · D · A · B
Sympathy for the Devil Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · D · A · B
Sympathy for the Devil Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · D · A · B
Sympathy for the Devil Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · D · A · B
Sympathy for the Devil Chords – Harmonica
The Rolling Stones’ iconic narrative rock song from the perspective of the Devil. Intermediate difficulty in the key of E.
Boogie Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Emphasize the driving, percussive rhythm and the signature piano riff on guitar.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
A
E
B
E
A
B
Chorus
E
A
E
B
Verse 2
E
A
E
A
E
B
Chorus
E
A
E
B
Verse 3
E
A
E
A
B
Chorus
E
A
E
B
Bridge
A
B
Verse 4
E
A
E
A
E
B
E – A
Chorus
E
A
E
B
Chorus
E
A
E
B
E
A
Outro
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
Practice tip: Master the E-A-B chord progression changes in time with the relentless beat before adding the vocal melody.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Sympathy for the Devil"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: E, D, A and B.
Is "Sympathy for the Devil" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Sympathy for the Devil" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Sympathy for the Devil"?
It was written by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and released in 1968.