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Key
G Major
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · D · C · Em
One of The Beatles’ most iconic songs and a timeless singalong anthem. The simple verse structure builds to one of the greatest outros in music history.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
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Tip: The “na na na” outro is where the magic happens. Build your strumming intensity gradually and let the energy keep rising until the very end.
How to play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the four chords
You need G, D, C, and Em. The verse uses just G-D-D-G, the bridge adds C and Em.
2
Master the verse
The verse pattern is: G-D-D-G. Each chord gets a full bar. The rhythm is relaxed and steady.
3
Learn the bridge
The bridge (“And anytime you feel the pain”) uses G-C-D-G. This section builds energy leading to the chorus.
4
Build the outro
The famous “na na na na-na-na-na” uses G-C-D-G on repeat. Start gentle and build, build, build until the end.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song — Guitar Version
Verse 1
G D
Hey Jude, don’t make it bad
D G
Take a sad song and make it better
C G
Remember to let her into your heart
D G
Then you can start to make it better
Verse 2
G D
Hey Jude, don’t be afraid
D G
You were made to go out and get her
C G
The minute you let her under your skin
D G
Then you begin to make it better
Outro
G C
Na na na na-na-na-na
D G
Na-na-na-na, hey Jude
Practice tip: The outro is the most fun part. Once you can play G-C-D-G on autopilot, invite friends to sing the “na na na” with you. This song was made for group singing.