Corrina, Corrina guitar chords
A traditional blues from 1928 with a relaxed, swinging feel.
At a glance
- Key C
- Time 4/4
- Level Improver
- Chords C, F, G, Am, E7
Why this song is worth learning
A blues song built on a simple I-IV-V pattern with a little extra colour from Am and E7. It gives you a clear swing rhythm to practise over chords you probably already know.
The chords, as shapes
| Chord | Frets (low E to high e) |
|---|---|
| C | x 3 2 0 1 0 |
| F | 1 3 3 2 1 1 |
| G | 3 2 0 0 0 3 |
| Am | x 0 2 2 1 0 |
| E7 | 0 2 0 1 0 0 |
x means do not play that string, 0 means play it open. Tap any shape on the page to hear it.
Play along
Press play. The track counts you in, clicks the beat and lights up the chord you should be holding. Drop the tempo while you are learning and raise it once you can get through without stopping.
Chord order
| Verse | C | C | F | F | C | C | G | G |
|---|---|
| Chorus | C | C | F | F | C | G | C | C |
Each group is one bar. Count 4 beats per bar.
Strumming pattern
D - DU - D - DU (swing)
D is a down-strum and U is an up-strum. If the pattern feels like too much at first, play one down-strum per bar until the chord changes are comfortable, then add the rest.
How to learn it
- Learn C, F and G, then add Am and E7.
- Play the swing strum on C, then move to F and G.
- Practise the change from F back to C, the most common move here.
- Play at 100 beats per minute and lift the tempo once the swing feels relaxed.
Tips that matter
- Swing means uneven. The second and fourth beats feel longer, so do not play it as straight quarter notes.
- Anchor the bass. Hitting the root of each chord with your thumb steadies the rhythm.
Questions about Corrina, Corrina
What chords are in Corrina, Corrina?
C, F, G, Am and E7, all in the key of C major.
What time signature is Corrina, Corrina in?
4/4, with four beats per bar. It is rated Improver.
How fast should I practise it?
The play-along is set to 100 beats per minute. Start slower while you learn the changes, then raise the tempo in small steps once you can play through without stopping.
Is Corrina, Corrina free to learn and share?
Yes. Traditional blues, published in 1928 and in the public domain. The arrangement on this page is Fretwork's own.