House of the Rising Sun
IntermediateThe Animals
Classic Rock · 5 chords
A haunting minor key arpeggio pattern in A minor. One of the most beautiful folk-rock guitar arrangements.
Chords used in this song
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About the chords in "House of the Rising Sun"
"House of the Rising Sun" by The Animals uses the chords Am, C, D, F, E. This is a intermediate difficulty classic rock song. Click any chord above to see multiple fretboard diagrams and fingering options on a standard-tuned guitar.