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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Teenage Dirtbag Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Teenage Dirtbag Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Teenage Dirtbag Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Teenage Dirtbag Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Teenage Dirtbag Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · A · B · C#m
Teenage Dirtbag Chords – Harmonica
The ultimate coming-of-age anthem of the early 2000s, “Teenage Dirtbag” features a catchy four-chord pattern with a singalong chorus everyone knows.
Alt-Rock Pop-Punk (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use power chord shapes (E5, A5, B5, C#m) for a punchier rock sound, or open chords for acoustic. Keep the rhythm tight and bouncy on the verse.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – A
B – A
E – A
B – A
E
Chorus
E – A – B – A
E – A – B
A – E – A – B – A
Verse 2
E – A – B
A – E
A – B
A
E
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Teenage Dirtbag"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: E, A, B and C#m.
Is "Teenage Dirtbag" 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 "Teenage Dirtbag" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Teenage Dirtbag"?
It was written by Brendan B. Brown, and released in 2000.