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California

Jessie J

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

Level: Advanced Decade: 2020s Genre: Pop Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Happy / Upbeat View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
  Em D   C B

Verse 1
Said, "I Wanna Be SomebEmody."              D​
Not Someone Who Said They Know Somebody         C                       B​
You Know, I Know You Know I Know I Got It       Em            D​
 Man, These Feet Don't Quit     FeeCt Don't QBuit
I See The Palm TrEmees Swaying       PictureD-Perfect, That's The Part They're Playing   C                           B​
But They Ain't Coughing Up The Bills I'm Paying   Em                   D​
So, I Stay On My Shit      OnC My Shh B​

Pre-Hook
I've Been Low OnEm The Highway Higher Than ADn Airplane
DrCeams So Big, Burning Hotter Than A BFireplace
WiEmn Some, Lose Some Least I DDid It My Way
 RCide Them Ups And Downs   In CBalifBornia

Hook
  Em     California D      California   C  Ride Them Ups And Downs In CalifoBrnia
  Em    California D      California  C   Ride Them Ups And Downs In CalBifornia

Verse 2
My Skin Be Thick LiEmke Diamonds 24/7 That Sun DBe Shining BodCy Of My Life,         B​
From The HillsEm I'm Climbing       AiDn't No Magic Tricks   Magic CTricks   B​

Instruments [Cool Down]
  Em D   C B  [x2]

Instruments [Band]
  Em D/F#   G Cm   E/G# Am   Em
  B

Outro
  Em    Ooh, BDaby  C     In CalifornBia, Cali, California
  Em    In California,D Cali, California      C Ride Them Ups And Downs      In CBalifornia
Also available in: G#m (Original) C D G A

FAQ

What are the chords for California?

The chords for California are: Em, D, C, B, D/F#, G, Cm, E/G#, Am

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: Em, D, C, B, D/F#, G, Cm, E/G#, Am

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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