About “The Wind Cries Mary”

What key is "The Wind Cries Mary" in?

"The Wind Cries Mary" by Jimi Hendrix is in the key of Bb with a tempo of 70 BPM. Difficulty: easy.

Is "The Wind Cries Mary" easy to play on piano?

Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.

Can I play "The Wind Cries Mary" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

What chords are used in "The Wind Cries Mary"?

This arrangement of "The Wind Cries Mary" uses 12 chords: Ab, Bb, C, Cb, Db, E, Eb, Ebpow, +4 more.

How long does it take to learn "The Wind Cries Mary" on piano?

1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.

What other songs by Jimi Hendrix can I play here?

Try "HEY JOE", "CROSSTOWN TRAFFIC", "ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.