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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Everybody Wants to Rule the World

Tears for Fears
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Tears for Fears’ biggest hit has one of the most recognizable guitar intros in 80s pop. The song’s driving rhythm…
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Kiss Me

Sixpence None the Richer
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Sixpence None the Richer’s dreamy pop hit became a rom-com staple. The simple, jangly guitar arrangement and sweet melody make…
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I Want It That Way

Backstreet Boys
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The Backstreet Boys’ most iconic song features a timeless pop melody and simple chord progression. It’s one of the most…
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Time After Time

Cyndi Lauper
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Cyndi Lauper’s timeless ballad is one of the most beautiful pop songs ever written. The simple four-chord progression supports an…
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Cigarette Daydreams

Cage The Elephant
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Cage The Elephant’s mellow, nostalgic track is a fan favorite with its simple chord progression and dreamy atmosphere. It’s one…
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Teenage Dirtbag

Wheatus
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The ultimate coming-of-age anthem of the early 2000s, “Teenage Dirtbag” features a catchy four-chord pattern with a singalong chorus everyone…
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Please Please Please

Sabrina Carpenter
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Sabrina Carpenter’s massive 2024 hit uses a simple four-chord loop that makes it perfect for beginners. The song has a…
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Sailor Song

Gigi Perez
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Gigi Perez’s viral hit “Sailor Song” features a beautiful, emotional melody over four simple chords. The song’s nautical imagery and…
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Pink Pony Club

Chappell Roan
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Chappell Roan’s breakout anthem is a soaring pop song about chasing dreams. The four-chord structure keeps it accessible while the…
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Someone You Loved

Lewis Capaldi
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Lewis Capaldi’s emotional powerhouse hit uses four simple chords throughout. The song builds from a gentle piano-style intro to a…