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Key
B
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
B · A · E
Thunderstruck Chords – Guitar
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Key
B
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
B · A · E
Thunderstruck Chords – Ukulele
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Key
B
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
B · A · E
Thunderstruck Chords – Piano
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Key
B
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
B · A · E
Thunderstruck Chords – Banjo
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Key
B
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
B · A · E
Thunderstruck Chords – Mandolin
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Key
B
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
B · A · E
Thunderstruck Chords – Harmonica
AC/DC’s high-voltage rock anthem about being struck by a bolt of lightning. Intermediate difficulty in the key of B.
Chords used: B, A, E · Key: B · Difficulty: Intermediate · More 3-chord songs →
Driving Eighth Notes (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Mute the strings with your fretting hand during the iconic opening riff, which is played on the B note.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Intro Riff
(Play main riff)
Verse 1
E
B
E
B
E
Chorus
B
E
B
E
B
Verse 2
E
B
E
B
E
Chorus
B
E
B
E
B
Bridge
E
B
E
B
E
B – E – B
Guitar Solo
(Play solo over verse/chorus progression)
Chorus
B
E
B
E
B
Chorus
B
E
B
E
B
Outro
E
B
E
B
E
Practice tip: Use a metronome to lock in the relentless eighth-note rhythm, and practice the quick switch between the power chords E5 and B5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Thunderstruck"?
You need 3 intermediate-friendly chords: B, A and E.
Is "Thunderstruck" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 3 chords in the key of B, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Thunderstruck" in?
It is in the key of B.
Who wrote "Thunderstruck"?
It was written by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and released in 1990.