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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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Pink Houses

John Mellencamp
Advanced
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John Mellencamp’s heartland rock anthem about the American dream. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions What…
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Please Come Home for Christmas

Eagles
Advanced
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The Eagles’ soulful holiday classic about longing for a loved one’s return. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently…
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Pretend

Zach Bryan
Intermediate
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A heartfelt song about longing and memory by Zach Bryan. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked Questions…
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Mercy

Amanda Seyfried
Advanced
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A poignant ballad performed by Amanda Seyfried in the film “Les Misérables”. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. [F]I…
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New Slang

The Shins
Advanced
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A jangly indie folk song by The Shins. Beginner difficulty in the key of C. Frequently Asked Questions What chords…
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Midnight Special

Lead Belly
Intermediate
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Lead Belly’s classic folk and blues song about a train bringing hope to prisoners. Beginner difficulty in the key of…
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Mighty to Save

Hillsong Worship
Intermediate
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A powerful worship anthem by Hillsong Worship declaring God’s universal salvation and hope. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.…
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Monster Mash

Bobby Pickett
Intermediate
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Bobby Pickett’s novelty Halloween hit about a graveyard monster dance party. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked…
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More Than My Hometown

Morgan Wallen
Intermediate
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Morgan Wallen’s nostalgic country ballad about choosing between love and roots. Beginner difficulty in the key of G. Frequently Asked…
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Morning Has Broken

Cat Stevens
Advanced
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Cat Stevens’ classic hymn celebrating the beauty of a new day. Beginner difficulty in the key of D. Frequently Asked…

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