Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Amtap to play
Gmtap to play
Ctap to play
Dmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
F · Bb · Am · Gm · C · Dm
Wichita Lineman Chords – Guitar
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Amtap to play
Gmtap to play
Ctap to play
Dmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
F · Bb · Am · Gm · C · Dm
Wichita Lineman Chords – Ukulele
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Amtap to play
Gmtap to play
Ctap to play
Dmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
F · Bb · Am · Gm · C · Dm
Wichita Lineman Chords – Piano
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Amtap to play
Gmtap to play
Ctap to play
Dmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
F · Bb · Am · Gm · C · Dm
Wichita Lineman Chords – Banjo
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Amtap to play
Gmtap to play
Ctap to play
Dmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
F · Bb · Am · Gm · C · Dm
Wichita Lineman Chords – Mandolin
Ftap to play
Bbtap to play
Amtap to play
Gmtap to play
Ctap to play
Dmtap to play
Key
F
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
F · Bb · Am · Gm · C · Dm
Wichita Lineman Chords – Harmonica
Glen Campbell’s classic tale of a lonely telephone lineman longing for connection. Intermediate difficulty in the key of F.
Folk Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Use a capo on the 3rd fret and play in the key of D to match Glen Campbell’s original recording, or play these chords open in the key of F as written.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
F – Bb
C – F
F – Bb
C – F
Bb – C
F
C
Verse 2
F – Bb
C – F
F – Bb
C – F
Bb – C
F – C
F
C
Chorus
Bb – C
F
Verse 3 (Instrumental Break)
F – Bb
C – F
F – Bb
C – F
Bb – C
F
C
Chorus
Bb – C
F
Practice tip: Master the F to Bb transition, as it’s central to the song’s melancholy feel; practice the bass-note walk-down from F to C in the final line of each verse for a smooth, descending resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Wichita Lineman"?
You need 6 intermediate-friendly chords: F, Bb, Am, Gm, C and Dm.
Is "Wichita Lineman" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 6 chords in the key of F, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Wichita Lineman" in?
It is in the key of F.
Who wrote "Wichita Lineman"?
It was written by Jimmy Webb, and released in 1968.