These are the tunings used on the original recordings. Live versions and covers sometimes use a different tuning.
Frequently asked questions
What songs are in Open G tuning?
Well-known songs in Open G tuning include “Brown Sugar” by The Rolling Stones, “Honky Tonk Women” by The Rolling Stones, “Start Me Up” by The Rolling Stones, “Can’t You Hear Me Knocking” by The Rolling Stones, “Tumbling Dice” by The Rolling Stones.
How do I tune my guitar to Open G for these songs?
3 of the 6 strings change. Work through the table one string at a time. Use the tuner on this page to check each string.
Do any of these songs use a capo?
Yes: “Tumbling Dice” (capo on fret 4). Tune to Open G first, then put the capo on.