What’s Up by 4 Non Blondes is played in the key of G at a beginner difficulty level, originally released in the 1990s. It uses 3 chords — G Am C — arranged in the I-ii-IV progression.

About the I-ii-IV progression

This song is built on the I-ii-IV progression. Follow the chord order in the diagrams above, and use the transpose controls if the key doesn't suit your voice.

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 What’s Up by 4 Non Blondes on guitar. It sits in the key of G and uses the I-ii-IV progression with the chords G Am C.