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Shape of You Chords

Ed Sheeran Easy Key of Am 4 Chords 2 min read

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Key

Am Major

Difficulty

Easy

Capo

None

Chords

Am · Dm · F · G

Shape of You Chords – Guitar

Ed Sheeran’s chart-topping hit combines a catchy riff with four minor chords. The percussive guitar technique and driving rhythm make this a modern guitar essential.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↑×↑↓↑×↑

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Tip: Mute the strings with your palm on beats 3 and 7 (the X strums). This percussive technique is what gives the song its signature modern pop sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need Am, Dm, F, and G. The entire song uses these four chords in sequence.

2

Master the percussive strum

The key to this song is the muted “X” strums. Lift your fretting hand slightly while strumming to create a percussive slap.

3

Learn the riff

The intro riff follows the Am chord and uses a simple fingerpicking pattern. It is the hook that makes the song recognizable.

4

Put it all together

Alternate between the riff and the strumming pattern. Verse uses the riff, chorus switches to full strumming.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Guitar Version

Verse 1

Am Dm

The club isn’t the best place to find a lover

F G

So the bar is where I go

Am Dm

Me and my friends at the table doing shots

F G

Drinking fast and then we talk slow

Chorus

Am Dm F

I’m in love with the shape of you

G

We push and pull like a magnet do

Am Dm F

Although my heart is falling too

G

I’m in love with your body

Practice tip: The percussive mute technique takes practice. Spend 10 minutes daily just muting and strumming on one chord until the “click” sound is clean and consistent.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Key

Am Major

Difficulty

Easy

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Am · Dm · F · G

Shape of You Chords – Ukulele

Ed Sheeran’s chart-topping hit combines a catchy riff with four minor chords. The percussive guitar technique and driving rhythm make this a modern guitar essential.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↑×↑↓↑×↑

12345678

Tip: Mute the strings with your palm on beats 3 and 7 (the X strums). This percussive technique is what gives the song its signature modern pop sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need Am, Dm, F, and G. The entire song uses these four chords in sequence.

2

Master the percussive strum

The key to this song is the muted “X” strums. Lift your fretting hand slightly while strumming to create a percussive slap.

3

Learn the riff

The intro riff follows the Am chord and uses a simple fingerpicking pattern. It is the hook that makes the song recognizable.

4

Put it all together

Alternate between the riff and the strumming pattern. Verse uses the riff, chorus switches to full strumming.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Ukulele Version

Verse 1

Am Dm

The club isn’t the best place to find a lover

F G

So the bar is where I go

Am Dm

Me and my friends at the table doing shots

F G

Drinking fast and then we talk slow

Chorus

Am Dm F

I’m in love with the shape of you

G

We push and pull like a magnet do

Am Dm F

Although my heart is falling too

G

I’m in love with your body

Practice tip: The percussive mute technique takes practice. Spend 10 minutes daily just muting and strumming on one chord until the “click” sound is clean and consistent.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Key

Am Major

Difficulty

Easy

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Am · Dm · F · G

Shape of You Chords – Piano

Ed Sheeran’s chart-topping hit combines a catchy riff with four minor chords. The percussive guitar technique and driving rhythm make this a modern guitar essential.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↑×↑↓↑×↑

12345678

Tip: Mute the strings with your palm on beats 3 and 7 (the X strums). This percussive technique is what gives the song its signature modern pop sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need Am, Dm, F, and G. The entire song uses these four chords in sequence.

2

Master the percussive strum

The key to this song is the muted “X” strums. Lift your fretting hand slightly while strumming to create a percussive slap.

3

Learn the riff

The intro riff follows the Am chord and uses a simple fingerpicking pattern. It is the hook that makes the song recognizable.

4

Put it all together

Alternate between the riff and the strumming pattern. Verse uses the riff, chorus switches to full strumming.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Piano Version

Verse 1

Am Dm

The club isn’t the best place to find a lover

F G

So the bar is where I go

Am Dm

Me and my friends at the table doing shots

F G

Drinking fast and then we talk slow

Chorus

Am Dm F

I’m in love with the shape of you

G

We push and pull like a magnet do

Am Dm F

Although my heart is falling too

G

I’m in love with your body

Practice tip: The percussive mute technique takes practice. Spend 10 minutes daily just muting and strumming on one chord until the “click” sound is clean and consistent.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Key

Am Major

Difficulty

Easy

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Am · Dm · F · G

Shape of You Chords – Banjo

Ed Sheeran’s chart-topping hit combines a catchy riff with four minor chords. The percussive guitar technique and driving rhythm make this a modern guitar essential.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↑×↑↓↑×↑

12345678

Tip: Mute the strings with your palm on beats 3 and 7 (the X strums). This percussive technique is what gives the song its signature modern pop sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need Am, Dm, F, and G. The entire song uses these four chords in sequence.

2

Master the percussive strum

The key to this song is the muted “X” strums. Lift your fretting hand slightly while strumming to create a percussive slap.

3

Learn the riff

The intro riff follows the Am chord and uses a simple fingerpicking pattern. It is the hook that makes the song recognizable.

4

Put it all together

Alternate between the riff and the strumming pattern. Verse uses the riff, chorus switches to full strumming.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Banjo Version

Verse 1

Am Dm

The club isn’t the best place to find a lover

F G

So the bar is where I go

Am Dm

Me and my friends at the table doing shots

F G

Drinking fast and then we talk slow

Chorus

Am Dm F

I’m in love with the shape of you

G

We push and pull like a magnet do

Am Dm F

Although my heart is falling too

G

I’m in love with your body

Practice tip: The percussive mute technique takes practice. Spend 10 minutes daily just muting and strumming on one chord until the “click” sound is clean and consistent.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Key

Am Major

Difficulty

Easy

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Am · Dm · F · G

Shape of You Chords – Mandolin

Ed Sheeran’s chart-topping hit combines a catchy riff with four minor chords. The percussive guitar technique and driving rhythm make this a modern guitar essential.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↑×↑↓↑×↑

12345678

Tip: Mute the strings with your palm on beats 3 and 7 (the X strums). This percussive technique is what gives the song its signature modern pop sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need Am, Dm, F, and G. The entire song uses these four chords in sequence.

2

Master the percussive strum

The key to this song is the muted “X” strums. Lift your fretting hand slightly while strumming to create a percussive slap.

3

Learn the riff

The intro riff follows the Am chord and uses a simple fingerpicking pattern. It is the hook that makes the song recognizable.

4

Put it all together

Alternate between the riff and the strumming pattern. Verse uses the riff, chorus switches to full strumming.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Mandolin Version

Verse 1

Am Dm

The club isn’t the best place to find a lover

F G

So the bar is where I go

Am Dm

Me and my friends at the table doing shots

F G

Drinking fast and then we talk slow

Chorus

Am Dm F

I’m in love with the shape of you

G

We push and pull like a magnet do

Am Dm F

Although my heart is falling too

G

I’m in love with your body

Practice tip: The percussive mute technique takes practice. Spend 10 minutes daily just muting and strumming on one chord until the “click” sound is clean and consistent.

Amtap to play

Dmtap to play

Ftap to play

Gtap to play

Key

Am Major

Difficulty

Easy

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Am · Dm · F · G

Shape of You Chords – Harmonica

Ed Sheeran’s chart-topping hit combines a catchy riff with four minor chords. The percussive guitar technique and driving rhythm make this a modern guitar essential.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↑×↑↓↑×↑

12345678

Tip: Mute the strings with your palm on beats 3 and 7 (the X strums). This percussive technique is what gives the song its signature modern pop sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the four chords

You need Am, Dm, F, and G. The entire song uses these four chords in sequence.

2

Master the percussive strum

The key to this song is the muted “X” strums. Lift your fretting hand slightly while strumming to create a percussive slap.

3

Learn the riff

The intro riff follows the Am chord and uses a simple fingerpicking pattern. It is the hook that makes the song recognizable.

4

Put it all together

Alternate between the riff and the strumming pattern. Verse uses the riff, chorus switches to full strumming.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Harmonica Version

Verse 1

Am Dm

The club isn’t the best place to find a lover

F G

So the bar is where I go

Am Dm

Me and my friends at the table doing shots

F G

Drinking fast and then we talk slow

Chorus

Am Dm F

I’m in love with the shape of you

G

We push and pull like a magnet do

Am Dm F

Although my heart is falling too

G

I’m in love with your body

Practice tip: The percussive mute technique takes practice. Spend 10 minutes daily just muting and strumming on one chord until the “click” sound is clean and consistent.