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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
E · A · D · G
Use Me Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
E · A · D · G
Use Me Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
E · A · D · G
Use Me Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
E · A · D · G
Use Me Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
E · A · D · G
Use Me Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
E · A · D · G
Use Me Chords – Harmonica
Bill Withers’ classic funk-soul song about a willingly exploited relationship. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Funk Groove (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Mute the strings slightly with your strumming hand for a percussive, funky sound.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E – A
E – B – A
E – A
E – B – A
E
A
E
B – A
Chorus
E
A
E
B – A
E
A
E
B – A
E
Verse 2
E – A
E – B – A
E – A
E – B – A
E
A
E
B – A
Chorus
E
A
E
B – A
E
A
E
B – A
E
Bridge
E
A
E
B – A
Verse 3
E – A
E – B – A
E – A
E – B – A
E
A
E
B – A
Chorus
E
A
E
B – A
E
A
E
B – A
E
Practice tip: The chord progression E-A-E-B-A is the core of the song; loop it slowly until you can switch between E and A smoothly, as they appear most often.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Use Me"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: E, A, D and G.
Is "Use Me" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Use Me" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Use Me"?
It was written by Bill Withers, and released in 1972.