You Shook Me All Night Long Chords

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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capo
None
Chords
G · C · D · A

You Shook Me All Night Long Chords – Guitar

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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · C · D · A

You Shook Me All Night Long Chords – Ukulele

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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · C · D · A

You Shook Me All Night Long Chords – Piano

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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · C · D · A

You Shook Me All Night Long Chords – Banjo

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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · C · D · A

You Shook Me All Night Long Chords – Mandolin

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Key
G
Difficulty
Intermediate
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · C · D · A

You Shook Me All Night Long Chords – Harmonica

How to Play

Step-by-Step Guide

Chords used: G, C, D, A  ·  Key: G  ·  Difficulty: Intermediate


1
Four rock chords

G, C, D, and A. Classic AC/DC rhythm guitar.

2
Angus Young style

Use open chords with a driving rock strum. Add palm muting on the verse.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

 
G – D – C
G – D
 

Chorus

 
A – C – G – D – A – C – G (×2)
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "You Shook Me All Night Long"?

You need 4 Intermediate-friendly chords: G, C, D and A.

Is "You Shook Me All Night Long" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated Intermediate and uses only 4 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "You Shook Me All Night Long" in?

It is in the key of G.

Who wrote "You Shook Me All Night Long"?

It was written by AC/DC.