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Zombie Chords – Guitar
Dolores O’Riordan’s protest anthem loops four open chords with an unforgettable vocal. One of the best 4-chord rock songs.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Tip: All four chords are open chords — no barre chords needed. The strumming should be powerful and driving.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Em C
Another head hangs lowly, child is slowly taken.
G D
And the violence caused such silence, who are we mistaken?
Em C
But you see, it’s not me, it’s not my family.
G D
In your head, in your head they are fighting.
Chorus
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie,
Em C G D
What’s in your head, in your head?
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie-ie, oh.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Em: Em C G D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Zombie"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, G and D.
Is "Zombie" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Em, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Zombie" in?
It is in the key of Em.
Who wrote "Zombie"?
It was written by The Cranberries.
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Zombie Chords – Ukulele
Dolores O’Riordan’s protest anthem loops four open chords with an unforgettable vocal. One of the best 4-chord rock songs.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Tip: All four chords are open chords — no barre chords needed. The strumming should be powerful and driving.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Em C
Another head hangs lowly, child is slowly taken.
G D
And the violence caused such silence, who are we mistaken?
Em C
But you see, it’s not me, it’s not my family.
G D
In your head, in your head they are fighting.
Chorus
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie,
Em C G D
What’s in your head, in your head?
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie-ie, oh.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Em: Em C G D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Zombie"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, G and D.
Is "Zombie" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Em, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Zombie" in?
It is in the key of Em.
Who wrote "Zombie"?
It was written by The Cranberries.
Emtap to play
Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Zombie Chords – Piano
Dolores O’Riordan’s protest anthem loops four open chords with an unforgettable vocal. One of the best 4-chord rock songs.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Tip: All four chords are open chords — no barre chords needed. The strumming should be powerful and driving.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Em C
Another head hangs lowly, child is slowly taken.
G D
And the violence caused such silence, who are we mistaken?
Em C
But you see, it’s not me, it’s not my family.
G D
In your head, in your head they are fighting.
Chorus
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie,
Em C G D
What’s in your head, in your head?
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie-ie, oh.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Em: Em C G D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Zombie"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, G and D.
Is "Zombie" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Em, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Zombie" in?
It is in the key of Em.
Who wrote "Zombie"?
It was written by The Cranberries.
Emtap to play
Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Zombie Chords – Banjo
Dolores O’Riordan’s protest anthem loops four open chords with an unforgettable vocal. One of the best 4-chord rock songs.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Tip: All four chords are open chords — no barre chords needed. The strumming should be powerful and driving.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Em C
Another head hangs lowly, child is slowly taken.
G D
And the violence caused such silence, who are we mistaken?
Em C
But you see, it’s not me, it’s not my family.
G D
In your head, in your head they are fighting.
Chorus
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie,
Em C G D
What’s in your head, in your head?
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie-ie, oh.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Em: Em C G D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Zombie"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, G and D.
Is "Zombie" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Em, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Zombie" in?
It is in the key of Em.
Who wrote "Zombie"?
It was written by The Cranberries.
Emtap to play
Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Zombie Chords – Mandolin
Dolores O’Riordan’s protest anthem loops four open chords with an unforgettable vocal. One of the best 4-chord rock songs.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Tip: All four chords are open chords — no barre chords needed. The strumming should be powerful and driving.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Em C
Another head hangs lowly, child is slowly taken.
G D
And the violence caused such silence, who are we mistaken?
Em C
But you see, it’s not me, it’s not my family.
G D
In your head, in your head they are fighting.
Chorus
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie,
Em C G D
What’s in your head, in your head?
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie-ie, oh.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Em: Em C G D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Zombie"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, G and D.
Is "Zombie" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Em, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Zombie" in?
It is in the key of Em.
Who wrote "Zombie"?
It was written by The Cranberries.
Emtap to play
Ctap to play
Gtap to play
Dtap to play
Zombie Chords – Harmonica
Dolores O’Riordan’s protest anthem loops four open chords with an unforgettable vocal. One of the best 4-chord rock songs.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
123456
Tip: All four chords are open chords — no barre chords needed. The strumming should be powerful and driving.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
Em C
Another head hangs lowly, child is slowly taken.
G D
And the violence caused such silence, who are we mistaken?
Em C
But you see, it’s not me, it’s not my family.
G D
In your head, in your head they are fighting.
Chorus
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie,
Em C G D
What’s in your head, in your head?
Em C G D
Zombie, zombie, zombie-ie-ie-ie, oh.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 4 chords in the key of Em: Em C G D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Loop the two hardest chord changes slowly before adding any strumming — clean, in-time changes matter more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Zombie"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, C, G and D.
Is "Zombie" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of Em, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Zombie" in?
It is in the key of Em.
Who wrote "Zombie"?
It was written by The Cranberries.