Question 1

What key is "Folsom Prison Blues" in?

Accepted Answer

"Folsom Prison Blues" by Kameron Marlowe is in the key of E minor.

Question 2

What is the BPM of "Folsom Prison Blues"?

Accepted Answer

"Folsom Prison Blues" has a tempo of 128 BPM (upbeat).

Question 3

What chords are in "Folsom Prison Blues"?

Accepted Answer

The main chords in "Folsom Prison Blues" are: E, A, B, G, D, Bb, C, F and 3 more.

Question 4

Is "Folsom Prison Blues" easy to play on guitar?

Accepted Answer

"Folsom Prison Blues" is a challenge for advanced players — it uses 11 chords including barre or complex shapes: E, A, B, G, D, Bb, C, F and 3 more.