Take Me Home, Country Roads (John Denver)

No lyrics here

Copyright rules mean this note has chords and structure only — pull the words up separately (Spotify/lyric site) while you play.

Song Info

  • Artist: John Denver
  • Key: A major
  • Capo: none (or capo 2 and play in G shapes if you prefer easier chords)
  • Difficulty: Easy — good singalong/campfire song

Chords Used

A, E, F#m, D

Song Structure & Chord Progression

  • Verse: A – E – F#m – D – A – E – D – A
  • Chorus (“Country roads…”): D – A – E – F#m – D – A – E – A

No bridge — verse and chorus alternate for the whole song, same chords each time.

Strumming Pattern

Simple D - DU - UDU strum, medium-fast tempo. Very forgiving song for singing while playing.

Practice Notes

  • Can play through with this chord sheet
  • Can play the verse without looking
  • Can play the full song without looking
  • Can sing + play together

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