Under the Bridge Chords

Dtap to play
F#tap to play
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C#mtap to play
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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
D · F# · E · B · C#m · G#m · A

Under the Bridge Chords – Guitar

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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · F# · E · B · C#m · G#m · A

Under the Bridge Chords – Ukulele

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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · F# · E · B · C#m · G#m · A

Under the Bridge Chords – Piano

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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · F# · E · B · C#m · G#m · A

Under the Bridge Chords – Banjo

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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · F# · E · B · C#m · G#m · A

Under the Bridge Chords – Mandolin

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Key
E
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · F# · E · B · C#m · G#m · A

Under the Bridge Chords – Harmonica

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

Chords used: D, F#, E, B, C#m, G#m, A  ·  Key: E  ·  Difficulty: Intermediate


1
Verse chords

The verse uses D and F# with a gentle arpeggio pattern.

2
Chorus builds

The chorus shifts to E, B, C#m, G#m, A. Let it build emotionally.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

 
D – F# – D – F# (×2)
E – B – C#m – G#m
A – E – B
 

Chorus

 
E – B – C#m – G#m
A – E – B
E – B – C#m – G#m
A – E – B
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Under the Bridge"?

You need 7 Intermediate-friendly chords: D, F#, E, B, C#m, G#m and A.

Is "Under the Bridge" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Intermediate and uses only 7 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Under the Bridge" in?

It is in the key of E.

Who wrote "Under the Bridge"?

It was written by Red Hot Chili Peppers.