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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
D · C · G · Bm · Em
We Can Work It Out Chords – Guitar
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
D · C · G · Bm · Em
We Can Work It Out Chords – Ukulele
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
D · C · G · Bm · Em
We Can Work It Out Chords – Piano
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
D · C · G · Bm · Em
We Can Work It Out Chords – Banjo
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
D · C · G · Bm · Em
We Can Work It Out Chords – Mandolin
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Key
D
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
D · C · G · Bm · Em
We Can Work It Out Chords – Harmonica
The Beatles’ classic 1965 single about resolving relationship conflicts. Beginner difficulty in the key of D.
Folk Rock (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original recording’s key of E, while still playing the D-shape chords shown.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
D – G
D – A – D
D – G
D – A – D
Chorus
G – D (×2)
Verse 2
D – G
D – A – D
D – G
D – A – D
Chorus
G – D (×2)
Bridge
Bm – G – A
D – G
A – D
G – A
Verse 3
D – G
D – A – D
D – G
D – A – D
Chorus
G – D (×2)
Bridge
Bm – G – A
D – G
A – D
G – A
Chorus
G – D (×2)
Practice tip: The bridge uses a Bm chord; practice switching from D to Bm by moving your index finger down to the 2nd fret of the A string.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "We Can Work It Out"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: D, C, G, Bm and Em.
Is "We Can Work It Out" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of D, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "We Can Work It Out" in?
It is in the key of D.
Who wrote "We Can Work It Out"?
It was written by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and released in 1965.