How to play C major on guitar
Chord notes: C, E, G
Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string, middle finger on the 2nd fret of D, and index finger on the 1st fret of B. Strum from the A string.
Practice tip: Check each played string for a clear note; mute strings marked x in the shape.
Songs using the C chord
Practice this chord in the song versions below.
- Street By StreetMain chords: Cmaj7, A7, G7, Dm7, Am
- My WorshipMain chords: D, Em7, G/B, C, G
- Sex Drugs EtcMain chords: C, G, Em, Am, C/B
- BabaMain chords: F, A#, C
- Everything In MeMain chords: F, C, Bb, Dm7, Gm7
- The MotherMain chords: G, C, D, Dsus9, Am