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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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Iko Iko

The Dixie Cups
Beginner
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New Orleans party anthem with only two chords. Irresistibly fun on guitar, ukulele, or piano. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Can’t Help Falling in Love

Elvis Presley
Advanced
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Elvis’s romantic classic is a ukulele staple. The gentle waltz rhythm is perfect for fingerpicking or soft strumming. Frequently Asked…
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Jambalaya

Hank Williams
Beginner
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Hank Williams’ Cajun-country classic bounces between just two chords. A campfire favorite for decades. Frequently Asked Questions What chords do…
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Blitzkrieg Bop

Ramones
Beginner
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The punk anthem that launched a thousand bands. Three chords (often played as two alternating), maximum speed, pure energy. Frequently…
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No Woman No Cry

Bob Marley
Advanced
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Bob Marley’s reggae classic uses the same four chords as Let It Be but with a completely different feel. The…
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Zombie

The Cranberries
Intermediate
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Dolores O’Riordan’s protest anthem loops four open chords with an unforgettable vocal. One of the best 4-chord rock songs. Frequently…
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With or Without You

U2
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U2’s arena anthem loops four chords throughout the entire song. The Bm barre chord is the only challenge. Frequently Asked…
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Numb

Linkin Park
Intermediate
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Linkin Park’s biggest hit is built on four simple open chords. The emotional weight comes from Chester’s vocal, not complex…
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Counting Stars

OneRepublic
Advanced
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OneRepublic’s massive pop hit loops four chords from start to finish. Great for acoustic guitar, ukulele, and piano. Frequently Asked…
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Stay With Me

Sam Smith
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Sam Smith’s breakthrough hit uses just three chords with a soulful gospel feel. Beautiful on piano, guitar, or ukulele. Frequently…

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