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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Em
Thunder Rolls Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Em
Thunder Rolls Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Em
Thunder Rolls Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Em
Thunder Rolls Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Em
Thunder Rolls Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · G · C · F · Em
Thunder Rolls Chords – Harmonica
Garth Brooks’ dramatic narrative song about infidelity and a looming storm. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Country Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret and play G shapes to sound in the key of A, or play the A chords as written for a slightly brighter sound.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A
E
D – A
E
D – A
E
D – A
E – D
Chorus
A
E – D
A
E
D – A
E
D – A
E
D
A – E
A
E – D
Verse 2
A
E
D – A
E
D – A
E
D
A – E
Chorus
A
E – D
A
E
D – A
E
D – A
E
D
A – E
A
E – D
Bridge
D
A
E
D
A
E
D
A – E
A
E – D
Outro
A
E
D
A
E
D
A – E
D – A
A
E – D
A
Practice tip: Work on the A to E and D to A transitions to keep the ballad’s flow, and emphasize the bass notes on the downstroits to drive the song’s tension.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Thunder Rolls"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: Am, G, C, F and Em.
Is "Thunder Rolls" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Thunder Rolls" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Thunder Rolls"?
It was written by Pat Alger, Garth Brooks, and released in 1990.