Long Distance Runaround by Yes is played in the key of G at a advanced difficulty level, originally released in the 1970s. It uses 2 chords — G C — arranged in the I-IV progression.
About the I-IV progression
The I-IV two-chord vamp alternates between tonic and subdominant. It's a favorite of reggae, folk, and any genre where the harmony steps back to let the groove drive.
Playing in the key of G
G major is one of the easiest keys on guitar. Its primary chords — G, C, and D — are all open first-position shapes, and the relative minor (Em) is one of the simplest grips on the instrument. A great key to spend time in as a beginner.
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Learn to play Long Distance Runaround by Yes on guitar. It sits in the key of G and uses the I-IV progression with the chords G C.