Chordyes

La Bamba

Ritchie Valens

Basic Guitar Chords & Lyrics for La Bamba by Ritchie Valens

Level: Beginner Decade: 1950s Genre: Pop Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Happy / Upbeat View Lyrics Youtube 
Instruments
  C F   G F
  C F   G

Verse
Para Bailar La Bamba     C  F    G​
Para Bailar La Bamba SeC Necesita Una FPoca De GrGacia                     C   F    G​
Una Poca De Gracia Pa' MiC Pa' Ti Y AFrribGa Y Arriba                         C  F    G​
Ah Y Arriba Y Arriba Por TCi Sere, PoFr Ti SerGé, Por Ti Seré   C       F           G​

Verse
Yo No Soy Marinero       C  F    G​
Yo No Soy Marinero Soy CCapitan       SFoy CapitGan Soy Capitan        C          F         G​

Hook
BaCmba,F BambGa       F​
Bamba     C  F    G​

Verse 2
Para Bailar La Bamba     C  F    G​
Para Bailar La Bamba SeC Necesita Una FPoca De GrGacia                     C   F    G​
Una Poca De Gracia Pa' MiC Pa' Ti Y AFrribGa Y Arriba                         C  F    G​

Solo
  C F   G F  [x8]

Hook 2
BaCmba,F BambGa       F​

Ending [Cool Down]
  C F   G F  [Repeat & Fade]
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FAQ

What are the chords for La Bamba?

The chords for La Bamba are: C, F, G

What is the original key of La Bamba?

The original key is C.

What is the difficulty of playing La Bamba?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play La Bamba in another key?

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

Can La Bamba be played on an acoustic guitar?

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

Can I play La Bamba on ukulele?

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

How many chords are used in La Bamba?

La Bamba uses 3 chords: C, F, G

What is the easiest way to play La Bamba?

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 La Bamba released in?

La Bamba was released in the 1950s. See more 1950s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for La Bamba?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch La Bamba 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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