The Beatles
Let It Be
Key of C
Chord
G major
Open and ringing. Uses all six strings for a full bodied sound.
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01Diagram
G major
2
1
3
Notes
G B D
Intervals
1 3 5
02Theory
How this chord is built
- 1
Root note. The chord takes its name from this degree.
- 3
Third. Major or minor quality is decided here.
- 5
Fifth. Stable, defines the chord body.
Anchor chord of the G C D family and the I chord in countless folk, country and rock songs.
03Variations
The same chord, in other positions
04Repertoire
Songs that use this chord
Bob Dylan
Knockin on Heavens Door
Key of G
Oasis
Wonderwall
Capo 2
Eagles
Hotel California
Key of Am
Tracy Chapman
Fast Car
Capo 2
Preview
05Substitutions