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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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Use Somebody

Kings of Leon
Advanced
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An anthemic stadium rocker with a simple four-chord progression. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you need to play "Use…
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Mary Jane’s Last Dance

Tom Petty
Intermediate
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A classic Tom Petty rocker with an iconic harmonica intro and driving rhythm. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
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Rivers and Roads

The Head and the Heart
Advanced
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A beautiful, emotional indie folk song about growing apart from loved ones. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you need…
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Indigo

NIKI
Advanced
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A lush, dreamy pop song about deep emotional connection and vulnerability. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you need to…
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What’s Up

4 Non Blondes
Advanced
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An iconic 90s anthem with just three chords repeating throughout the entire song. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
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Anyone Else but You

The Moldy Peaches
Beginner
Simple downstroke strumming works great
Made famous by the film “Juno,” this quirky indie duet uses just two chords through most of the song. Frequently…
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Life Is a Highway

Tom Cochrane
Advanced
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An infectious road-trip anthem made popular again by Rascal Flatts for the movie “Cars.” Frequently Asked Questions What chords do…
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All Hail King Jesus

Jeremy Riddle
Advanced
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A powerful declaration of praise with a simple, singable melody. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you need to play…
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Blessed Assurance

Traditional Hymn
Advanced
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One of the most beloved hymns ever written, with a joyful melody and timeless lyrics of faith. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Be Thou My Vision

Traditional Hymn
Advanced
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An ancient Irish hymn dating back over 1,000 years, with a beautiful lilting melody. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do…

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