She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain guitar chords
The classic singalong, built on three chords.
At a glance
- Key G
- Time 4/4
- Level Easy
- Chords G, C, D
Why this song is worth learning
A children's song with three easy chords and a strong, repeated rhythm. It is a good way to build a steady strum you can keep going.
The chords, as shapes
| Chord | Frets (low E to high e) |
|---|---|
| G | 3 2 0 0 0 3 |
| C | x 3 2 0 1 0 |
| D | x x 0 2 3 2 |
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 | G | G | G | G | C | C | G | G |
|---|---|
| Chorus | G | G | C | C | G | D | G | G |
Each group is one bar. Count 4 beats per bar.
Strumming pattern
D DU D DU
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 G, C and D until each one rings clearly.
- Play D DU D DU on each chord, one chord per bar.
- Practise the change from G to C, which comes up often.
- Play at 100 beats per minute and sing along to keep the beat.
Tips that matter
- Sing the chorus. Singing keeps the timing easy to follow.
- Keep it steady. A calm strum suits this bouncy song.
Questions about She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain
What chords are in She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain?
G, C and D, all in the key of G major.
What time signature is She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain in?
4/4, with four beats per bar. It is rated Easy.
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 She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain free to learn and share?
Yes. Traditional American song, in print by 1899 and in the public domain. The arrangement on this page is Fretwork's own.