Proud Mary Chords
Learn to play “Proud Mary” by Creedence Clearwater Revival on guitar — played in the key of D, using D, A and Bm. 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 for Proud Mary
About Proud Mary
“Proud Mary” by Creedence Clearwater Revival is a popular song that sits comfortably on acoustic guitar. This arrangement uses 3 chords — D, A and Bm — with the progression centred on D, A and Bm. 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.
Proud Mary — FAQ
What key is “Proud Mary” in?
“Proud Mary” by Creedence Clearwater Revival is in the key of D. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.
What chords do I need to play “Proud Mary”?
“Proud Mary” uses 3 chords: D, A and Bm.
Is “Proud Mary” easy to play on guitar?
Yes — “Proud Mary” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.
Who sings “Proud Mary”?
“Proud Mary” is performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival.
