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Tomorrow Never Knows Chords

The Beatles Beginner Key of C 1 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

C

Tomorrow Never Knows Chords – Guitar

The Beatles’ most experimental track. A single C chord drone with tape loops, backwards guitars, and Lennon’s transcendental lyrics.

Droning Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↓↓

1234

Tip: Let the C chord ring as a drone. Use slow, even downstrokes. The song is about texture, not rhythm changes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Hold the C chord

Just C — let it ring out as a drone throughout the entire song.

2

Create the drone feel

Strum slowly and evenly. Add effects if you have a pedal — reverb and delay help capture the psychedelic feel.

3

Sing the melody

The vocal melody floats over the drone. Sing in a relaxed, almost monotone style like Lennon.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream,

C

It is not dying, it is not dying.

C

Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void,

C

It is shining, it is shining.

Verse 2

C

Yet you may see the meaning of within,

C

It is being, it is being.

C

Love is all and love is everyone,

C

It is knowing, it is knowing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

You need 1 beginner-friendly chords: C.

Is "Tomorrow Never Knows" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 1 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Tomorrow Never Knows" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

It was written by The Beatles.

Ctap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

C

Tomorrow Never Knows Chords – Ukulele

The Beatles’ most experimental track. A single C chord drone with tape loops, backwards guitars, and Lennon’s transcendental lyrics.

Droning Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↓↓

1234

Tip: Let the C chord ring as a drone. Use slow, even downstrokes. The song is about texture, not rhythm changes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Hold the C chord

Just C — let it ring out as a drone throughout the entire song.

2

Create the drone feel

Strum slowly and evenly. Add effects if you have a pedal — reverb and delay help capture the psychedelic feel.

3

Sing the melody

The vocal melody floats over the drone. Sing in a relaxed, almost monotone style like Lennon.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream,

C

It is not dying, it is not dying.

C

Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void,

C

It is shining, it is shining.

Verse 2

C

Yet you may see the meaning of within,

C

It is being, it is being.

C

Love is all and love is everyone,

C

It is knowing, it is knowing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

You need 1 beginner-friendly chords: C.

Is "Tomorrow Never Knows" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 1 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Tomorrow Never Knows" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

It was written by The Beatles.

Ctap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

C

Tomorrow Never Knows Chords – Piano

The Beatles’ most experimental track. A single C chord drone with tape loops, backwards guitars, and Lennon’s transcendental lyrics.

Droning Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↓↓

1234

Tip: Let the C chord ring as a drone. Use slow, even downstrokes. The song is about texture, not rhythm changes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Hold the C chord

Just C — let it ring out as a drone throughout the entire song.

2

Create the drone feel

Strum slowly and evenly. Add effects if you have a pedal — reverb and delay help capture the psychedelic feel.

3

Sing the melody

The vocal melody floats over the drone. Sing in a relaxed, almost monotone style like Lennon.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream,

C

It is not dying, it is not dying.

C

Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void,

C

It is shining, it is shining.

Verse 2

C

Yet you may see the meaning of within,

C

It is being, it is being.

C

Love is all and love is everyone,

C

It is knowing, it is knowing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

You need 1 beginner-friendly chords: C.

Is "Tomorrow Never Knows" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 1 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Tomorrow Never Knows" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

It was written by The Beatles.

Ctap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

C

Tomorrow Never Knows Chords – Banjo

The Beatles’ most experimental track. A single C chord drone with tape loops, backwards guitars, and Lennon’s transcendental lyrics.

Droning Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↓↓

1234

Tip: Let the C chord ring as a drone. Use slow, even downstrokes. The song is about texture, not rhythm changes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Hold the C chord

Just C — let it ring out as a drone throughout the entire song.

2

Create the drone feel

Strum slowly and evenly. Add effects if you have a pedal — reverb and delay help capture the psychedelic feel.

3

Sing the melody

The vocal melody floats over the drone. Sing in a relaxed, almost monotone style like Lennon.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream,

C

It is not dying, it is not dying.

C

Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void,

C

It is shining, it is shining.

Verse 2

C

Yet you may see the meaning of within,

C

It is being, it is being.

C

Love is all and love is everyone,

C

It is knowing, it is knowing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

You need 1 beginner-friendly chords: C.

Is "Tomorrow Never Knows" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 1 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Tomorrow Never Knows" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

It was written by The Beatles.

Ctap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

C

Tomorrow Never Knows Chords – Mandolin

The Beatles’ most experimental track. A single C chord drone with tape loops, backwards guitars, and Lennon’s transcendental lyrics.

Droning Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↓↓

1234

Tip: Let the C chord ring as a drone. Use slow, even downstrokes. The song is about texture, not rhythm changes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Hold the C chord

Just C — let it ring out as a drone throughout the entire song.

2

Create the drone feel

Strum slowly and evenly. Add effects if you have a pedal — reverb and delay help capture the psychedelic feel.

3

Sing the melody

The vocal melody floats over the drone. Sing in a relaxed, almost monotone style like Lennon.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream,

C

It is not dying, it is not dying.

C

Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void,

C

It is shining, it is shining.

Verse 2

C

Yet you may see the meaning of within,

C

It is being, it is being.

C

Love is all and love is everyone,

C

It is knowing, it is knowing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

You need 1 beginner-friendly chords: C.

Is "Tomorrow Never Knows" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 1 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Tomorrow Never Knows" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

It was written by The Beatles.

Ctap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

C

Tomorrow Never Knows Chords – Harmonica

The Beatles’ most experimental track. A single C chord drone with tape loops, backwards guitars, and Lennon’s transcendental lyrics.

Droning Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↓↓

1234

Tip: Let the C chord ring as a drone. Use slow, even downstrokes. The song is about texture, not rhythm changes.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Hold the C chord

Just C — let it ring out as a drone throughout the entire song.

2

Create the drone feel

Strum slowly and evenly. Add effects if you have a pedal — reverb and delay help capture the psychedelic feel.

3

Sing the melody

The vocal melody floats over the drone. Sing in a relaxed, almost monotone style like Lennon.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream,

C

It is not dying, it is not dying.

C

Lay down all thoughts, surrender to the void,

C

It is shining, it is shining.

Verse 2

C

Yet you may see the meaning of within,

C

It is being, it is being.

C

Love is all and love is everyone,

C

It is knowing, it is knowing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

You need 1 beginner-friendly chords: C.

Is "Tomorrow Never Knows" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 1 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Tomorrow Never Knows" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Tomorrow Never Knows"?

It was written by The Beatles.