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Ed Sheeran Beginner Key of G 4 Chords 2 min read

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Key

G Major

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Ed Sheeran’s romantic ballad is one of the most popular wedding songs of the 21st century. The fingerpicked arpeggios and gentle dynamics create pure musical beauty.

Strumming Pattern (6/8 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

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Tip: Try fingerpicking the verse: thumb plays bass note, fingers play the top three strings in a rolling pattern. Switch to strumming for the chorus.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need G, Em, C, and D. The progression is gentle and flowing.

2

Feel the 6/8 time

This song has a waltz-like sway in 6/8 time. Count “1-2-3-4-5-6” and strum with a lilting, romantic feel.

3

Start with fingerpicking

The verse sounds best fingerpicked. Use your thumb on bass strings and fingers rolling across the top strings.

4

Build to the chorus

The chorus opens up with fuller strumming. This dynamic shift from fingerpicking to strumming creates the emotional peak.

5

Add the vocals

The melody is beautiful and sits comfortably in most vocal ranges. Sing softly in the verse and let it bloom in the chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Guitar Version

Verse 1

G Em

I found a love, for me

C D

Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

G Em

Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet

C D

I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Chorus

G Em

‘Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

C D

Not knowing what it was, I will not give you up this time

G Em

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark

C D

With you between my arms

Practice tip: Learn the fingerpicking pattern on just the G chord first. Get your right hand comfortable with the pattern, then add chord changes. Rushing this step is the most common mistake.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G Major

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Ed Sheeran’s romantic ballad is one of the most popular wedding songs of the 21st century. The fingerpicked arpeggios and gentle dynamics create pure musical beauty.

Strumming Pattern (6/8 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Try fingerpicking the verse: thumb plays bass note, fingers play the top three strings in a rolling pattern. Switch to strumming for the chorus.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need G, Em, C, and D. The progression is gentle and flowing.

2

Feel the 6/8 time

This song has a waltz-like sway in 6/8 time. Count “1-2-3-4-5-6” and strum with a lilting, romantic feel.

3

Start with fingerpicking

The verse sounds best fingerpicked. Use your thumb on bass strings and fingers rolling across the top strings.

4

Build to the chorus

The chorus opens up with fuller strumming. This dynamic shift from fingerpicking to strumming creates the emotional peak.

5

Add the vocals

The melody is beautiful and sits comfortably in most vocal ranges. Sing softly in the verse and let it bloom in the chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Ukulele Version

Verse 1

G Em

I found a love, for me

C D

Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

G Em

Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet

C D

I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Chorus

G Em

‘Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

C D

Not knowing what it was, I will not give you up this time

G Em

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark

C D

With you between my arms

Practice tip: Learn the fingerpicking pattern on just the G chord first. Get your right hand comfortable with the pattern, then add chord changes. Rushing this step is the most common mistake.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G Major

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Ed Sheeran’s romantic ballad is one of the most popular wedding songs of the 21st century. The fingerpicked arpeggios and gentle dynamics create pure musical beauty.

Strumming Pattern (6/8 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Try fingerpicking the verse: thumb plays bass note, fingers play the top three strings in a rolling pattern. Switch to strumming for the chorus.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need G, Em, C, and D. The progression is gentle and flowing.

2

Feel the 6/8 time

This song has a waltz-like sway in 6/8 time. Count “1-2-3-4-5-6” and strum with a lilting, romantic feel.

3

Start with fingerpicking

The verse sounds best fingerpicked. Use your thumb on bass strings and fingers rolling across the top strings.

4

Build to the chorus

The chorus opens up with fuller strumming. This dynamic shift from fingerpicking to strumming creates the emotional peak.

5

Add the vocals

The melody is beautiful and sits comfortably in most vocal ranges. Sing softly in the verse and let it bloom in the chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Piano Version

Verse 1

G Em

I found a love, for me

C D

Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

G Em

Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet

C D

I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Chorus

G Em

‘Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

C D

Not knowing what it was, I will not give you up this time

G Em

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark

C D

With you between my arms

Practice tip: Learn the fingerpicking pattern on just the G chord first. Get your right hand comfortable with the pattern, then add chord changes. Rushing this step is the most common mistake.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G Major

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Ed Sheeran’s romantic ballad is one of the most popular wedding songs of the 21st century. The fingerpicked arpeggios and gentle dynamics create pure musical beauty.

Strumming Pattern (6/8 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Try fingerpicking the verse: thumb plays bass note, fingers play the top three strings in a rolling pattern. Switch to strumming for the chorus.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need G, Em, C, and D. The progression is gentle and flowing.

2

Feel the 6/8 time

This song has a waltz-like sway in 6/8 time. Count “1-2-3-4-5-6” and strum with a lilting, romantic feel.

3

Start with fingerpicking

The verse sounds best fingerpicked. Use your thumb on bass strings and fingers rolling across the top strings.

4

Build to the chorus

The chorus opens up with fuller strumming. This dynamic shift from fingerpicking to strumming creates the emotional peak.

5

Add the vocals

The melody is beautiful and sits comfortably in most vocal ranges. Sing softly in the verse and let it bloom in the chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Banjo Version

Verse 1

G Em

I found a love, for me

C D

Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

G Em

Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet

C D

I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Chorus

G Em

‘Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

C D

Not knowing what it was, I will not give you up this time

G Em

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark

C D

With you between my arms

Practice tip: Learn the fingerpicking pattern on just the G chord first. Get your right hand comfortable with the pattern, then add chord changes. Rushing this step is the most common mistake.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G Major

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Ed Sheeran’s romantic ballad is one of the most popular wedding songs of the 21st century. The fingerpicked arpeggios and gentle dynamics create pure musical beauty.

Strumming Pattern (6/8 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Try fingerpicking the verse: thumb plays bass note, fingers play the top three strings in a rolling pattern. Switch to strumming for the chorus.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need G, Em, C, and D. The progression is gentle and flowing.

2

Feel the 6/8 time

This song has a waltz-like sway in 6/8 time. Count “1-2-3-4-5-6” and strum with a lilting, romantic feel.

3

Start with fingerpicking

The verse sounds best fingerpicked. Use your thumb on bass strings and fingers rolling across the top strings.

4

Build to the chorus

The chorus opens up with fuller strumming. This dynamic shift from fingerpicking to strumming creates the emotional peak.

5

Add the vocals

The melody is beautiful and sits comfortably in most vocal ranges. Sing softly in the verse and let it bloom in the chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Mandolin Version

Verse 1

G Em

I found a love, for me

C D

Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

G Em

Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet

C D

I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Chorus

G Em

‘Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

C D

Not knowing what it was, I will not give you up this time

G Em

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark

C D

With you between my arms

Practice tip: Learn the fingerpicking pattern on just the G chord first. Get your right hand comfortable with the pattern, then add chord changes. Rushing this step is the most common mistake.

Gtap to play

Emtap to play

Ctap to play

Dtap to play

Key

G Major

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

G · Em · C · D

Ed Sheeran’s romantic ballad is one of the most popular wedding songs of the 21st century. The fingerpicked arpeggios and gentle dynamics create pure musical beauty.

Strumming Pattern (6/8 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Try fingerpicking the verse: thumb plays bass note, fingers play the top three strings in a rolling pattern. Switch to strumming for the chorus.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need G, Em, C, and D. The progression is gentle and flowing.

2

Feel the 6/8 time

This song has a waltz-like sway in 6/8 time. Count “1-2-3-4-5-6” and strum with a lilting, romantic feel.

3

Start with fingerpicking

The verse sounds best fingerpicked. Use your thumb on bass strings and fingers rolling across the top strings.

4

Build to the chorus

The chorus opens up with fuller strumming. This dynamic shift from fingerpicking to strumming creates the emotional peak.

5

Add the vocals

The melody is beautiful and sits comfortably in most vocal ranges. Sing softly in the verse and let it bloom in the chorus.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Harmonica Version

Verse 1

G Em

I found a love, for me

C D

Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead

G Em

Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet

C D

I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Chorus

G Em

‘Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

C D

Not knowing what it was, I will not give you up this time

G Em

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark

C D

With you between my arms

Practice tip: Learn the fingerpicking pattern on just the G chord first. Get your right hand comfortable with the pattern, then add chord changes. Rushing this step is the most common mistake.