Three Little Birds — Chords

Bob Marley

Key A majorTuning StandardCapo None

🎼 Main chord progression

Verse

A

Chorus

A›D›A›E›D›A

Easy reggae upstrokes; pure I–IV–V major sunshine.

Chord names for the main progression — a starting point, verify by ear. No lyrics or full tab reproduced.

🎸 How to play each chord

Standard fingerings (low E → high e). Numbers = which finger; × = don’t play, ○ = open string.

❓ Three Little Birds — FAQ

What key is Three Little Birds in?

Three Little Birds is in A major.

What chords does Three Little Birds use?

The main progression uses A, D, E. Tuning: Standard. Capo: None.

How do I get the Three Little Birds guitar tone?

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