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Beginner Guitar Songs

Beginner guitar songs use open chords and simple, repeating rhythms — the fastest path from your first chord to a real song. Browse beginner-friendly songs with chord diagrams, strum patterns and step-by-step guides. See our guide to easy acoustic guitar songs for beginners →

Beginner Guitar Songs – Chord Charts & Tabs

Browse 1370 beginner songs with chord charts and diagrams. Beginner songs are perfect for players just starting out, with step-by-step chord guides and playing tips for every instrument.

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Set a Fire

Will Reagan
Intermediate
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A worship song by Will Reagan & United Pursuit about a deep desire for God’s presence. Beginner difficulty in the…
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Show Me Your Face

Jon Thurlow
Intermediate
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A worship song by Jon Thurlow expressing a longing for God’s presence. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently…
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Sienna

The Backseat Lovers
Intermediate
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“Sienna” by The Backseat Lovers is a dynamic indie rock song with shifting tempos and emotional vocals. Beginner difficulty in…
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Silver Lining

Mt. Joy
Intermediate
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Mt. Joy’s uplifting indie-folk anthem about finding hope in difficult times. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked…
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Rock with You

Michael Jackson
Intermediate
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Michael Jackson’s smooth disco classic about romantic connection and dancing. Beginner difficulty in the key of A. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Roslyn

Bon Iver & St. Vincent
Advanced
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A haunting duet by Bon Iver and St. Vincent about longing and loss. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.…
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Pigs on the Wing

Pink Floyd
Intermediate
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A tender acoustic ballad from Pink Floyd’s “Animals” album. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Pink Skies

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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A reflective and hopeful song by Zach Bryan about finding peace and moving forward. Beginner difficulty in the key of…
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Please Be Rude

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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A heartfelt plea for honesty from Zach Bryan’s catalog. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Practice tip: The chords…
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Pluto Projector

Rex Orange County
Advanced
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A dreamy, introspective love song by Rex Orange County. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently Asked Questions What…

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