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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Em · G · A · D
Yellow Ledbetter Chords – Guitar
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · G · A · D
Yellow Ledbetter Chords – Ukulele
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · G · A · D
Yellow Ledbetter Chords – Piano
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · G · A · D
Yellow Ledbetter Chords – Banjo
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · G · A · D
Yellow Ledbetter Chords – Mandolin
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Key
E
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Em · G · A · D
Yellow Ledbetter Chords – Harmonica
Pearl Jam’s atmospheric and improvisational rock ballad known for its emotive guitar work and often mumbled lyrics. Beginner difficulty in the key of E.
Slow Rock Ballad (4/4 Time)
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Tip: This song has a loose, flowing feel; focus on the chord changes and let the strumming be relaxed.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
E
A
E
A
Verse 2
E
A
E
A
Chorus
E
A
E
A
E
A
Verse 3
E
A
E
A
Chorus
E
A
E
A
E
A
Bridge
E
A
E
A
Outro
E
A
E
A
E
A
E
A
Practice tip: The entire song uses just two chords, E and A. Practice switching between them cleanly and experiment with adding the occasional single-note guitar lick in the E minor pentatonic scale to mimic the song’s vibe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Yellow Ledbetter"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, A and D.
Is "Yellow Ledbetter" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of E, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Yellow Ledbetter" in?
It is in the key of E.
Who wrote "Yellow Ledbetter"?
It was written by Eddie Vedder, Mike McCready, Jeff Ament, and released in 1992.