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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Upside Down Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Upside Down Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Upside Down Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Upside Down Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Upside Down Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · D · Em · C
Upside Down Chords – Harmonica
A breezy, optimistic song by Jack Johnson about seeing the world from a new perspective. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Folk Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a light touch and let the chords ring out for the laid-back feel.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C – G – C (×3)
G – C – G – C – G – C
G – C – G – C
G – C – G – C – G – C
G – C – G – C (×2)
Chorus
G – C (×4)
Verse 2
G – C – G – C
G – C – G – C – G – C
G – C – G – C
G – C – G – C – G – C (×5)
Chorus
G – C (×4)
Bridge
G – C (×8)
Chorus
G – C (×4)
Outro
G – C – G – C
G – C – G – C – G – C
Practice tip: The entire song uses just two chords, G and C. Practice switching between them cleanly without stopping your strumming hand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Upside Down"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: G, D, Em and C.
Is "Upside Down" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Upside Down" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Upside Down"?
It was written by Jack Johnson, and released in 2006.