Three Little Birds
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E|--------------------------|
[Chorus]
A
Don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
A
Singin' don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
[Verse]
A
Rise up this mornin'
E
Smile with the rising sun
A D
Three little birds sit by my doorstep
A
Singin' sweet songs
E
Of melodies pure and true
D A
Singin', this is my message to you-ou-ou
[Chorus]
A
Singin' don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, (is) gonna be alright
A
Singin' don't worry, (don't worry) about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
[Verse]
A
Rise up this mornin'
E
Smile with the rising sun
A D
Three little birds sit by my doorstep
A
Singin' sweet songs
E
Of melodies pure and true
D A
Singing, this is my message to you-ou-ou
[Chorus]
A
Don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
A
Singin' don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
[Solo]
A E
A D
A E
D A
[Chorus]
A
Don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
A
Singin' don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
A
Don't worry, about a thing
D A
'Cause every little thing, gonna be alright
How to play Three Little Birds
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.