Fishin' in the Dark by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Key: D · 152 BPM · 4/4

Fishin' in the Dark by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is written in D major. Its chords cycle through the I-IV-I-V progression — plagal + authentic mix: D-G-D-A. At 152 BPM, it moves at a brisk, upbeat pace.

The progression

This song follows the I-IV-I-V progression (Plagal + authentic mix) in D major. Chords are automatically detected — if something looks off, let us know.

Learn more about the I-IV-I-V progression

Play it in other keys

CapoShape keyChords to play
No capoDD-G-A
Capo 2CC-F-G
Capo 5AA-D-E
Capo 7GG-C-D

Chord chart

  • 0:03 D
  • 0:22 G
  • 0:29 D
  • 0:42 G
  • 0:48 D
  • 0:51 A
  • 0:54 D
  • 1:00 G
  • 1:07 D
  • 1:13 G
  • 1:19 Em
  • 1:21 A
  • 1:22 Em
  • 1:24 A
  • 1:25 D
  • 1:38 G
  • 1:44 D
  • 1:56 G
  • 2:03 D
  • 2:06 A
  • 2:08 D
  • 2:15 G
  • 2:21 D
  • 2:28 G
  • 2:34 Em
  • 2:35 A
  • 2:37 Em
  • 2:38 A
  • 2:40 D
  • 2:46 G
  • 2:52 D
  • 2:58 G
  • 3:04 D
  • 3:11 G
  • 3:17 D

Frequently asked questions

What key is Fishin' in the Dark in?

Fishin' in the Dark is in D major.

What chords does Fishin' in the Dark use?

The core of Fishin' in the Dark cycles through D, G, A (3 chords).

What is the tempo of Fishin' in the Dark?

Fishin' in the Dark runs at 152 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chord progression does Fishin' in the Dark use?

Fishin' in the Dark follows the I-IV-I-V progression. It's a plagal + authentic mix.

What capo should I use for Fishin' in the Dark?

No capo needed — D major already sits in standard open-chord shapes.

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