Kooks original guitar chords by 
David Bowie 
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Frequently asked questions
The original key of Kooks by David Bowie is G major.
The primary chords used in Kooks are D, Am, C, C/B, F, A.
No capo is required for this song.
Yes, this version uses open chords like D, Am, C, C/B, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.
If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.
The tempo of Kooks is approximately 126 beats per minute.
You can easily change the key of Kooks using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.
Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Kooks. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.
Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with David Bowie.
Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Kooks to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.
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