Key: G · Difficulty: Beginner · Chords: G, G7, C, D · Strumming: D UD D D D D
G D Happy Birthday to you D G Happy Birthday to you G7 C Happy Birthday dear (name) G D G Happy Birthday to you
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Happy Birthday Tab
Happy Birthday Tab & Sheet Music
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Kyser Quick-Change Guitar Capo
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ℹ️ About This Song
There are so many ways to play this traditional song.

Track Info
- Song: Happy Birthday
- Artist: Misc Traditional
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard(EADGBE)
- Key: G
- Chords: G, G7, C, D
- Suggested Strumming: D UD D D D D
D= Down Stroke, U = Upstroke, N.C= No Chord
| Guitar Chords | Ukulele Chords |
|---|---|
| G – 320003 G7 – 320001 C – x32010 D – xx0232 | G – 0232 G7 – 0212 C – 0003 D – 2220 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is Happy Birthday in?
Happy Birthday is in the key of G.
What chords do I need for Happy Birthday?
You need G, G7, C, D to play Happy Birthday by Misc Traditional.
Do I need a capo for Happy Birthday?
No capo is needed to play Happy Birthday by Misc Traditional.
How hard is Happy Birthday to play on guitar?
Happy Birthday by Misc Traditional is rated Beginner. It uses simple open chords and is great for new players.