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Queen Of California Chords

Here are the chords for “Queen Of California” by John Mayer — in the key of B (B, E, C#m and F#). 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:BEC#mF#

Chords for Queen Of California

Key: BBPM: 90Difficulty: Easy
B
3
90
 GoodbyeBcold, goodbye rain
 GoodbyeBsorrow, goodbye shame
 I'mEheaded out west with my headphones on
C#mBoarded a flight with a song
 in the back of myBsoul
 And no oneBknows
 IF#just found out her ghost left town
 TheEQueen of California
 is stepping down, downB 
 HelloBbeauty, hello strange
 HelloBwonder, what's your name?
ELooking for the sun that Neil Young hung
C#mAfter the gold rush ofB1971
 IF#just found out her ghost left town
 TheEQueen of California is
 stepping down,Bdown
 If youBsee her say, "Hello"
 Just don'tBtell me, "I told you so"
EJoni wrote Blue in her house by the sea
 IC#mgotta believe there?s
 another color waiting onBme
 To set
 IF#just found out her ghost left town
 TheEQueen of California is
 stepping down,Bdown
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About Queen Of California

John Mayer's “Queen Of California” is a popular track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 4 chords — B, E, C#m and F# — with the progression centred on B, E and C#m. 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.

Queen Of California — FAQ

What key is “Queen Of California” in?

“Queen Of California” by John Mayer is in the key of B. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Queen Of California”?

“Queen Of California” uses 4 chords: B, E, C#m and F#.

Is “Queen Of California” easy to play on guitar?

Yes — “Queen Of California” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.

Who sings “Queen Of California”?

“Queen Of California” is performed by John Mayer.