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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
A · Bm · D · E
Whipping Post Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
A · Bm · D · E
Whipping Post Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
A · Bm · D · E
Whipping Post Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
A · Bm · D · E
Whipping Post Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
A · Bm · D · E
Whipping Post Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
A · Bm · D · E
Whipping Post Chords – Harmonica
The Allman Brothers Band’s epic blues-rock lament about betrayal and suffering. Intermediate difficulty in the key of A.
Blues Rock Shuffle (12/8 Feel)
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Tip: Capture the song’s 12/8 shuffle feel by accenting the downbeats and letting the chords ring.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E
D – A – E
D – A
E – D
Chorus
A – E
D – A
E – D
A – E
D
Verse 2
A – E
D – A – E
D – A
E – D
Chorus
A – E
D – A
E – D
A – E
D
Bridge / Guitar Solo Section
A – E – D – A
E – D – A – E
D
Verse 3
A – E
D – A – E
D – A
E – D
Chorus
A – E
D – A
E – D
A – E
D
Outro
A – E – D (×3)
A
Practice tip: Master the core A-E-D-A-E-D-A-E-D progression slowly before attempting the full 12/8 groove; the outro is a great place to practice vocal ad-libs over the repeating chords.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Whipping Post"?
You need 4 intermediate-friendly chords: A, Bm, D and E.
Is "Whipping Post" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Whipping Post" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Whipping Post"?
It was written by Gregg Allman, and released in 1969.