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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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Because of Who You Are

Vicki Yohe
Intermediate
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A worship song by Vicki Yohe expressing praise for God’s eternal nature and faithfulness. Beginner difficulty in the key of…
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Choosing Texas

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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A reflective song by Zach Bryan about a man leaving his love behind for the open road and the Lone…
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Beneath Oak Trees

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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A reflective and nostalgic folk song by Zach Bryan about finding peace and memories under the shelter of old trees.…
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Dawns

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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A reflective folk ballad by Zach Bryan about loss and finding strength in new beginnings. Beginner difficulty in the key…
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Bertha

Grateful Dead
Advanced
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A classic Grateful Dead tune about a persistent, troublesome woman. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Devuelveme a Mi Chica

Hombres G
Intermediate
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A classic Spanish pop-rock song by Hombres G about a desperate plea for a lost love. Beginner difficulty in the…
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Big Black Car

Gregory Alan Isakov
Advanced
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A hauntingly beautiful folk song by Gregory Alan Isakov about memory and distance. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.…
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Die on This Hill

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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Zach Bryan’s poignant ballad about unwavering commitment and love. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Black Sheep

Metric
Advanced
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Metric’s anthemic song about embracing individuality from the Scott Pilgrim vs. The World soundtrack. Beginner difficulty in the key of…
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Don’t Mind If I Do

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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A reflective and grateful song by Zach Bryan about finding peace in simple moments. Beginner difficulty in the key of…

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