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Johnny B. Goode

The Killers

03:46

A#D#F

How to play Johnny B. Goode on guitar

Johnny B. Goode by The Killers uses 3 chords: A#, D#, F. It's a beginner-friendly song — great for guitarists at any level.

DifficultyBeginner
Duration03:46
Chords3
(cheering) All right now, everybody, you know we're always gonna play with, with, with bands that we like, and, tonight we're playing with The Struts and we absolutely like these guys. Make some noise for The Struts, everybody. (cheering) We are gonna do a song with the singer, his name is Luke, and we're gonna do a little Johnny Goode. Here it comes. You wanna hug it now, or after? You wanna it now, All right, ready. One, two, three,A# D# A#(cheering)F A#Hey. (guitar intro) (rock music down in Louisiana New Orleans. Way back up in woods among the evergreens.D#There stood a log cabin made of earth and wood. Where livedA#a country boy named Johnny B. HeFGoode. never ever learned to read write so well. But he could play theA#or guitar just like a ringing a bell. Go, go. Go, Go, Johnny go, go. Johnny go, go.D#Go, Johnny go,A#go. Go, Johnny go,Fgo. JohnnyA#B. Goode. (cheering) His sister Sally sat his side. While strumming rhythm chordsA#from her red old fiddle. HerD#face painted and dim and sad. forA#Sorrow the riddle of the cut-off path.FPeople passing by would stop and say. Now countryA#boy, get going anyway. go. Go, Johnny go,D#go. Go, Johnny go,A#go. Go, Johnny go,Fgo. Everyone. Johnny B.
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What chords are in Johnny B. Goode by The Killers?

Johnny B. Goode by The Killers uses 3 chords: A#, D#, F. With just 3 chords, it's one of the more approachable songs to learn on guitar.

Do I need a capo to play Johnny B. Goode by The Killers?

A capo on fret 1 is the most popular way to play Johnny B. Goode. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 1, you'd play A, D, E, which is the easiest way to play the song. You can also play it without a capo using the original chord shapes. To play the full arrangement with a capo or customize it to your preferences, download the Strum app.

Is Johnny B. Goode hard to play on guitar?

Johnny B. Goode is one of the easiest songs you can learn on guitar. With 3 chords (A#, D#, F), even beginners can get a handle on it with consistent practice. Focus on smooth chord transitions and keeping a steady strumming rhythm.

Can a beginner play Johnny B. Goode on guitar?

Yes — Johnny B. Goode is a great beginner guitar song. It only uses 3 chords, keeping the arrangement accessible while you're still building technique. Practice each chord shape on its own before working on transitions between them.

How long is Johnny B. Goode by The Killers?

Johnny B. Goode by The Killers is 03:46 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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