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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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Lean on Me

Bill Withers
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Bill Withers’ timeless message of friendship. Simple piano chords and a melody everyone can sing. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Twist and Shout

The Beatles
Beginner
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Three chords of pure rock and roll energy. The Beatles made this Isley Brothers cover their own. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Creep

Radiohead
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Radiohead’s breakthrough hit with four chords and raw emotional power. The quiet-loud dynamic makes it unforgettable. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Cripple Creek

Traditional
Beginner
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The first song every banjo player learns. A driving bluegrass standard with three chords and a memorable melody. Frequently Asked…
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Soldier’s Joy

Traditional
Beginner
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One of the oldest and most-played fiddle tunes. Essential for mandolin, banjo, and fiddle players. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Boil Them Cabbage Down

Traditional
Beginner
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The simplest banjo/mandolin tune — just two chords. Perfect first song for banjo beginners. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do…
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Born in the U.S.A.

Bruce Springsteen
Advanced
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Despite its huge stadium sound, Springsteen’s anthem uses only two chords. The power comes from the rhythm and vocal delivery.…
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Folsom Prison Blues

Johnny Cash
Beginner
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Johnny Cash’s classic outlaw country anthem. Three chords with a boom-chicka-boom train beat. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do you…
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Fever

Peggy Lee
Beginner
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Sultry, jazzy classic with just two chords and finger snaps. Works beautifully on guitar, ukulele, and piano. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Cruise

Florida Georgia Line
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The bro-country mega-hit that topped charts for months. Four chords with a modern country-pop feel. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…

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