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California

Jessie J

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for California by Jessie J in the key of D

Level: Advanced Decade: 2020s Genre: Pop Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Happy / Upbeat View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
  Dm C   A# A

Verse 1
Said, "I Wanna Be SomebDmody."              C​
Not Someone Who Said They Know Somebody         A#                        A​
You Know, I Know You Know I Know I Got It       Dm            C​
 Man, These Feet Don't Quit     FeeA#t Don't QuAit
I See The Palm TrDmees Swaying       PictureC-Perfect, That's The Part They're Playing   A#                            A​
But They Ain't Coughing Up The Bills I'm Paying   Dm                   C​
So, I Stay On My Shit      OnA# My Shh  A​

Pre-Hook
I've Been Low OnDm The Highway Higher Than ACn Airplane
DrA#eams So Big, Burning Hotter Than A FAireplace
WiDmn Some, Lose Some Least I CDid It My Way
 RA#ide Them Ups And Downs   In CaAlifoArnia

Hook
  Dm     California C      California   A#  Ride Them Ups And Downs In CaliforAnia
  Dm    California C      California  A#   Ride Them Ups And Downs In CaliAfornia

Verse 2
My Skin Be Thick LiDmke Diamonds 24/7 That Sun CBe Shining BodA#y Of My Life,          A​
From The HillsDm I'm Climbing       AiCn't No Magic Tricks   Magic A#Tricks    A​

Instruments [Cool Down]
  Dm C   A# A  [x2]

Instruments [Band]
  Dm C/E   F A#m   D/F# Gm   Dm
  A

Outro
  Dm    Ooh, BCaby  A#     In CaliforniAa, Cali, California
  Dm    In California,C Cali, California      A# Ride Them Ups And Downs      In CaAlifornia
Also available in: G#m (Original) C E G A

FAQ

What are the chords for California?

The chords for California are: Dm, C, A#, A, C/E, F, A#m, D/F#, Gm

What is the original key of California?

The original key is G#m.

What is the difficulty of playing California?

The difficulty level is Advanced.

Can I play California in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can California be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play California on ukulele?

Chord California can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in California?

California uses 9 chords: Dm, C, A#, A, C/E, F, A#m, D/F#, Gm

What is the easiest way to play California?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was California released in?

California was released in the 2020s. See more 2020s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for California?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch California to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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