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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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It Ain’t Me Babe

Bob Dylan
Advanced
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One of Dylan’s most covered songs, with a simple chord structure and iconic lyrics. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do…
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Because He Lives

Bill & Gloria Gaither
Advanced
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One of the most beloved hymns of the modern church, celebrating the resurrection and hope. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Dancing in the Moonlight

King Harvest
Advanced
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A feel-good classic with a simple four-chord progression that’s perfect for beginners. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you need…
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Easy on Me

Adele
Advanced
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Adele’s powerful comeback single is a piano-driven ballad with a simple chord structure. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
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Always Remember Us This Way

Lady Gaga
Advanced
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A beautiful ballad from the film “A Star Is Born” with a simple, emotional chord progression. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Make You Feel My Love

Adele
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Originally by Bob Dylan, Adele’s version turned this into one of the most popular love songs of the 21st century.…
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White Christmas

Bing Crosby
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Bing Crosby’s timeless holiday classic and the best-selling single of all time. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently…
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Hark the Herald Angels Sing

Traditional
Intermediate
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The beloved Christmas hymn celebrating the birth of Christ with triumphant joy. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently…
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Angels We Have Heard on High

Traditional
Intermediate
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The joyous Christmas carol featuring the iconic ‘Gloria’ refrain. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Away in a Manger

Traditional
Advanced
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The gentle Christmas lullaby about the infant Jesus in the manger. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently Asked…

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