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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Am · C · G · F · Em
Whiskey Lullaby Chords – Guitar
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Am · C · G · F · Em
Whiskey Lullaby Chords – Ukulele
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Am · C · G · F · Em
Whiskey Lullaby Chords – Piano
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Am · C · G · F · Em
Whiskey Lullaby Chords – Banjo
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Am · C · G · F · Em
Whiskey Lullaby Chords – Mandolin
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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Am · C · G · F · Em
Whiskey Lullaby Chords – Harmonica
A heartbreaking country duet by Brad Paisley and Alison Krauss about loss and regret. Beginner difficulty in the key of A.
Slow Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a slow, steady strum to match the somber mood of the song.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
A – E (×4)
A
Chorus
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D – E
Verse 2
A – E (×4)
A
Chorus
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D – E
Bridge
D – A – E (×3)
Chorus
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D
E – A
F#m – D – E
Practice tip: The chord progression A, E, F#m, D is the core of this song; practice switching between these four chords smoothly before adding the lyrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Whiskey Lullaby"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: Am, C, G, F and Em.
Is "Whiskey Lullaby" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Whiskey Lullaby" in?
It is in the key of A.
Who wrote "Whiskey Lullaby"?
It was written by Bill Anderson, Jon Randall, and released in 2004.