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We Are the Champions Chords

Queen Intermediate Key of C 6 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Capo

None

Chords

Cm · Bb · Eb · Ab · F · G

We Are the Champions Chords – Guitar

Queen’s iconic anthem of triumph and resilience. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Use a steady, powerful strum to build the anthem-like feel, and let the chords ring out.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

I’ve paid my dues

G

Time after time

Am

I’ve done my sentence

F

But committed no crime

C

And bad mistakes

G

I’ve made a few

Am F

I’ve had my share of sand kicked in my face

G

But I’ve come through

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Verse 2

C

I’ve taken my bows

G

And my curtain calls

Am F

You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it

C

I thank you all

G

But it’s been no bed of roses

Am

No pleasure cruise

F G

I consider it a challenge before the whole human race

C

And I ain’t gonna lose

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Bridge

F C

We are the champions, my friends

F C

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

F

We are the champions

C

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C

‘Cause we are the champions

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Outro

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

Practice tip: Master the C-G-Am-F-G progression in the verses and chorus, as it’s the core of the song. For the dramatic ending, let the final C and G chords ring out fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "We Are the Champions"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Cm, Bb, Eb, Ab, F and G.

Is "We Are the Champions" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "We Are the Champions" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "We Are the Champions"?

It was written by Freddie Mercury, and released in 1977.

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Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Cm · Bb · Eb · Ab · F · G

We Are the Champions Chords – Ukulele

Queen’s iconic anthem of triumph and resilience. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Use a steady, powerful strum to build the anthem-like feel, and let the chords ring out.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

I’ve paid my dues

G

Time after time

Am

I’ve done my sentence

F

But committed no crime

C

And bad mistakes

G

I’ve made a few

Am F

I’ve had my share of sand kicked in my face

G

But I’ve come through

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Verse 2

C

I’ve taken my bows

G

And my curtain calls

Am F

You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it

C

I thank you all

G

But it’s been no bed of roses

Am

No pleasure cruise

F G

I consider it a challenge before the whole human race

C

And I ain’t gonna lose

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Bridge

F C

We are the champions, my friends

F C

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

F

We are the champions

C

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C

‘Cause we are the champions

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Outro

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

Practice tip: Master the C-G-Am-F-G progression in the verses and chorus, as it’s the core of the song. For the dramatic ending, let the final C and G chords ring out fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "We Are the Champions"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Cm, Bb, Eb, Ab, F and G.

Is "We Are the Champions" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "We Are the Champions" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "We Are the Champions"?

It was written by Freddie Mercury, and released in 1977.

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Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Cm · Bb · Eb · Ab · F · G

We Are the Champions Chords – Piano

Queen’s iconic anthem of triumph and resilience. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a steady, powerful strum to build the anthem-like feel, and let the chords ring out.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

I’ve paid my dues

G

Time after time

Am

I’ve done my sentence

F

But committed no crime

C

And bad mistakes

G

I’ve made a few

Am F

I’ve had my share of sand kicked in my face

G

But I’ve come through

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Verse 2

C

I’ve taken my bows

G

And my curtain calls

Am F

You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it

C

I thank you all

G

But it’s been no bed of roses

Am

No pleasure cruise

F G

I consider it a challenge before the whole human race

C

And I ain’t gonna lose

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Bridge

F C

We are the champions, my friends

F C

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

F

We are the champions

C

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C

‘Cause we are the champions

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Outro

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

Practice tip: Master the C-G-Am-F-G progression in the verses and chorus, as it’s the core of the song. For the dramatic ending, let the final C and G chords ring out fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "We Are the Champions"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Cm, Bb, Eb, Ab, F and G.

Is "We Are the Champions" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "We Are the Champions" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "We Are the Champions"?

It was written by Freddie Mercury, and released in 1977.

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Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Cm · Bb · Eb · Ab · F · G

We Are the Champions Chords – Banjo

Queen’s iconic anthem of triumph and resilience. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a steady, powerful strum to build the anthem-like feel, and let the chords ring out.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

I’ve paid my dues

G

Time after time

Am

I’ve done my sentence

F

But committed no crime

C

And bad mistakes

G

I’ve made a few

Am F

I’ve had my share of sand kicked in my face

G

But I’ve come through

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Verse 2

C

I’ve taken my bows

G

And my curtain calls

Am F

You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it

C

I thank you all

G

But it’s been no bed of roses

Am

No pleasure cruise

F G

I consider it a challenge before the whole human race

C

And I ain’t gonna lose

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Bridge

F C

We are the champions, my friends

F C

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

F

We are the champions

C

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C

‘Cause we are the champions

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Outro

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

Practice tip: Master the C-G-Am-F-G progression in the verses and chorus, as it’s the core of the song. For the dramatic ending, let the final C and G chords ring out fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "We Are the Champions"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Cm, Bb, Eb, Ab, F and G.

Is "We Are the Champions" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "We Are the Champions" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "We Are the Champions"?

It was written by Freddie Mercury, and released in 1977.

Cmtap to play

Bbtap to play

Ebtap to play

Abtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Cm · Bb · Eb · Ab · F · G

We Are the Champions Chords – Mandolin

Queen’s iconic anthem of triumph and resilience. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a steady, powerful strum to build the anthem-like feel, and let the chords ring out.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

I’ve paid my dues

G

Time after time

Am

I’ve done my sentence

F

But committed no crime

C

And bad mistakes

G

I’ve made a few

Am F

I’ve had my share of sand kicked in my face

G

But I’ve come through

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Verse 2

C

I’ve taken my bows

G

And my curtain calls

Am F

You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it

C

I thank you all

G

But it’s been no bed of roses

Am

No pleasure cruise

F G

I consider it a challenge before the whole human race

C

And I ain’t gonna lose

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Bridge

F C

We are the champions, my friends

F C

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

F

We are the champions

C

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C

‘Cause we are the champions

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Outro

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

Practice tip: Master the C-G-Am-F-G progression in the verses and chorus, as it’s the core of the song. For the dramatic ending, let the final C and G chords ring out fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "We Are the Champions"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Cm, Bb, Eb, Ab, F and G.

Is "We Are the Champions" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "We Are the Champions" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "We Are the Champions"?

It was written by Freddie Mercury, and released in 1977.

Cmtap to play

Bbtap to play

Ebtap to play

Abtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Key

C

Difficulty

Intermediate

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Cm · Bb · Eb · Ab · F · G

We Are the Champions Chords – Harmonica

Queen’s iconic anthem of triumph and resilience. Intermediate difficulty in the key of C.

Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Use a steady, powerful strum to build the anthem-like feel, and let the chords ring out.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song

Verse 1

C

I’ve paid my dues

G

Time after time

Am

I’ve done my sentence

F

But committed no crime

C

And bad mistakes

G

I’ve made a few

Am F

I’ve had my share of sand kicked in my face

G

But I’ve come through

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Verse 2

C

I’ve taken my bows

G

And my curtain calls

Am F

You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it

C

I thank you all

G

But it’s been no bed of roses

Am

No pleasure cruise

F G

I consider it a challenge before the whole human race

C

And I ain’t gonna lose

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Bridge

F C

We are the champions, my friends

F C

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

F

We are the champions

C

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C

‘Cause we are the champions

Chorus

C G

And we mean to go on and on and on and on

Am F

We are the champions, my friends

C G

And we’ll keep on fighting ’til the end

Am

We are the champions

F

We are the champions

G

No time for losers

C G

‘Cause we are the champions of the world

Outro

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

C G

Of the world

Practice tip: Master the C-G-Am-F-G progression in the verses and chorus, as it’s the core of the song. For the dramatic ending, let the final C and G chords ring out fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "We Are the Champions"?

You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: Cm, Bb, Eb, Ab, F and G.

Is "We Are the Champions" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "We Are the Champions" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "We Are the Champions"?

It was written by Freddie Mercury, and released in 1977.