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El Condor Pasa Chords

Here are the chords for “El Condor Pasa” by Paul Simon — in the key of Em (Em, G, D and C). It's an easy, beginner-friendly arrangement using common open chords. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

Chords:EmGDC

Chords for El Condor Pasa

Key: BBPM: 90Difficulty: Easy
B
3
90
EmId rather be a sparrow than Ga snail
DYes I Gwould, Dif I Gcould,
D I surely Emwould
CAway, Id rather sail away
 Like a Gswan thats Dhere and Ggone
CA man gets tied up to the ground
 He gives the Gworld its sadDdest Gsound
GIts sadDdest Emsound
EmId rather be a forest than Ga street
EmId rather be a sparrow than Ga snail
DYes I Gcould, Dif I Gwould,
EmId rather feel the earth beneathG my feet
DYes I Gwould, Dif I Gcould,
D I surely Emwould
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About El Condor Pasa

Paul Simon's “El Condor Pasa” is a popular track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 4 chords — Em, G, D and C — with the progression centred on Em, G and D. Because it sticks to common open shapes, it's a great choice for beginners and campfire sing-alongs. Hover or tap any chord above to see its fingering, change the key with the transpose buttons, or set a capo to match the original recording.

El Condor Pasa — FAQ

What key is “El Condor Pasa” in?

“El Condor Pasa” by Paul Simon is in the key of Em. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “El Condor Pasa”?

“El Condor Pasa” uses 4 chords: Em, G, D and C.

Is “El Condor Pasa” easy to play on guitar?

Yes — “El Condor Pasa” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.

Who sings “El Condor Pasa”?

“El Condor Pasa” is performed by Paul Simon.