4-Chord Guitar Songs

Four chords power an astonishing number of hits — often the same four in a different order. Browse four-chord guitar songs with chord diagrams and playing tips.

4-Chord Guitar Songs – Chord Charts & Tabs

Discover 1090 songs that use 4 chords. Fewer chords means faster learning — each song below includes full chord diagrams, strumming patterns, and tabs for guitar, ukulele, piano, banjo, and mandolin.

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Mr. Brightside

The Killers
Advanced
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One of the greatest indie rock anthems ever. Simple chords with explosive energy. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
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Viva la Vida

Coldplay
Intermediate
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Coldplay’s anthemic hit about a fallen king. Four chords that repeat throughout with massive orchestral energy. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Boulevard of Broken Dreams

Green Day
Intermediate
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Green Day’s Grammy-winning anthem of isolation. Simple power chord progression with iconic dynamics. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
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Fade Into You

Mazzy Star
Advanced
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One of the most beautifully haunting songs of the 90s. Dreamy, hypnotic, and surprisingly simple. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Sound of Silence

Simon & Garfunkel
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One of the most haunting folk-rock songs ever written. The fingerpicked arpeggios create an unforgettable atmosphere. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Espresso

Sabrina Carpenter
Advanced
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Sabrina Carpenter’s chart-topping summer hit with a sultry, vintage pop feel. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you need to…
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Beautiful Things

Benson Boone
Intermediate
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Benson Boone’s emotional breakthrough hit about the fear of losing everything good in your life. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Good Luck, Babe!

Chappell Roan
Advanced
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Chappell Roan’s massive 2024 pop hit with a driving, anthemic chorus. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you need to…
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Yellow

Coldplay
Intermediate
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Coldplay’s breakthrough hit with a shimmering guitar tone and four simple chords. [G]Your skin, oh yeah, your skin and bones…
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Firm Foundation (He Won’t)

Cody Carnes
Advanced
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A high-energy worship anthem declaring God as our firm foundation with an unforgettable hook. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do…