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Wonderwall Chords

Oasis Beginner Key of A 4 Chords 3 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Guitar

The defining song of 90s Britpop and a campfire essential. The distinctive strumming pattern and sus chord voicings give it that unmistakable Oasis sound.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep your 3rd and 4th fingers planted on the 3rd fret of the B and high E strings throughout all chord changes. This is the secret to the Wonderwall sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chord shapes

You need Em, G, D, and A. Keep your pinky and ring finger anchored on the top two strings for all chords.

2

Master the strumming pattern

The pattern is down-down-up-up-down-up. It is fast and constant. Start slow with a metronome and gradually speed up.

3

Learn the structure

Verse: Em-G-D-A repeated. Pre-chorus and chorus use C-D-Em. The chord changes come quickly, so smooth transitions are key.

4

Add the vocals

The vocal melody is almost spoken-word in the verses. Focus on rhythm guitar first, then layer in the singing once strumming is automatic.

Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: F♯m · Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E) · Capo: 2nd fret to play along with the original recording.

Playing tip: Practice the chord changes slowly and in a loop before adding the strumming — clean, in-time changes matter far more than speed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Guitar Version

Verse 1

Em

Today is gonna be the day that they’re

G D

Gonna throw it back to you

A

By now you should’ve somehow

Em G DA

Realized what you gotta do

Verse 2

Em

I don’t believe that anybody

G D A

Feels the way I do about you now

Chorus

C D Em

And all the roads we have to walk are winding

C D Em

And all the lights that lead us there are blinding

C D

There are many things that I would

G D Em

Like to say to you

A

But I don’t know how

Chorus

C DEm

Because maybe

C DEm

You’re gonna be the one that saves me

C D Em

And after all

C DEm

You’re my wonderwall

Practice tip: The strumming pattern is everything in this song. Spend 15 minutes a day just strumming Em with the pattern until your hand moves on autopilot. Only then start adding chord changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderwall"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, D and A.

Is "Wonderwall" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Wonderwall" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Wonderwall"?

It was written by Oasis.

Emtap to play

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Ukulele

The defining song of 90s Britpop and a campfire essential. The distinctive strumming pattern and sus chord voicings give it that unmistakable Oasis sound.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep your 3rd and 4th fingers planted on the 3rd fret of the B and high E strings throughout all chord changes. This is the secret to the Wonderwall sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chord shapes

You need Em, G, D, and A. Keep your pinky and ring finger anchored on the top two strings for all chords.

2

Master the strumming pattern

The pattern is down-down-up-up-down-up. It is fast and constant. Start slow with a metronome and gradually speed up.

3

Learn the structure

Verse: Em-G-D-A repeated. Pre-chorus and chorus use C-D-Em. The chord changes come quickly, so smooth transitions are key.

4

Add the vocals

The vocal melody is almost spoken-word in the verses. Focus on rhythm guitar first, then layer in the singing once strumming is automatic.

Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: F♯m · Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E) · Capo: 2nd fret to play along with the original recording.

Playing tip: Practice the chord changes slowly and in a loop before adding the strumming — clean, in-time changes matter far more than speed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Ukulele Version

Verse 1

Em

Today is gonna be the day that they’re

G D

Gonna throw it back to you

A

By now you should’ve somehow

Em G DA

Realized what you gotta do

Verse 2

Em

I don’t believe that anybody

G D A

Feels the way I do about you now

Chorus

C D Em

And all the roads we have to walk are winding

C D Em

And all the lights that lead us there are blinding

C D

There are many things that I would

G D Em

Like to say to you

A

But I don’t know how

Chorus

C DEm

Because maybe

C DEm

You’re gonna be the one that saves me

C D Em

And after all

C DEm

You’re my wonderwall

Practice tip: The strumming pattern is everything in this song. Spend 15 minutes a day just strumming Em with the pattern until your hand moves on autopilot. Only then start adding chord changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderwall"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, D and A.

Is "Wonderwall" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Wonderwall" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Wonderwall"?

It was written by Oasis.

Emtap to play

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Piano

The defining song of 90s Britpop and a campfire essential. The distinctive strumming pattern and sus chord voicings give it that unmistakable Oasis sound.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep your 3rd and 4th fingers planted on the 3rd fret of the B and high E strings throughout all chord changes. This is the secret to the Wonderwall sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chord shapes

You need Em, G, D, and A. Keep your pinky and ring finger anchored on the top two strings for all chords.

2

Master the strumming pattern

The pattern is down-down-up-up-down-up. It is fast and constant. Start slow with a metronome and gradually speed up.

3

Learn the structure

Verse: Em-G-D-A repeated. Pre-chorus and chorus use C-D-Em. The chord changes come quickly, so smooth transitions are key.

4

Add the vocals

The vocal melody is almost spoken-word in the verses. Focus on rhythm guitar first, then layer in the singing once strumming is automatic.

Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: F♯m · Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E) · Capo: 2nd fret to play along with the original recording.

Playing tip: Practice the chord changes slowly and in a loop before adding the strumming — clean, in-time changes matter far more than speed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Piano Version

Verse 1

Em

Today is gonna be the day that they’re

G D

Gonna throw it back to you

A

By now you should’ve somehow

Em G DA

Realized what you gotta do

Verse 2

Em

I don’t believe that anybody

G D A

Feels the way I do about you now

Chorus

C D Em

And all the roads we have to walk are winding

C D Em

And all the lights that lead us there are blinding

C D

There are many things that I would

G D Em

Like to say to you

A

But I don’t know how

Chorus

C DEm

Because maybe

C DEm

You’re gonna be the one that saves me

C D Em

And after all

C DEm

You’re my wonderwall

Practice tip: The strumming pattern is everything in this song. Spend 15 minutes a day just strumming Em with the pattern until your hand moves on autopilot. Only then start adding chord changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderwall"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, D and A.

Is "Wonderwall" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Wonderwall" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Wonderwall"?

It was written by Oasis.

Emtap to play

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Banjo

The defining song of 90s Britpop and a campfire essential. The distinctive strumming pattern and sus chord voicings give it that unmistakable Oasis sound.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep your 3rd and 4th fingers planted on the 3rd fret of the B and high E strings throughout all chord changes. This is the secret to the Wonderwall sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chord shapes

You need Em, G, D, and A. Keep your pinky and ring finger anchored on the top two strings for all chords.

2

Master the strumming pattern

The pattern is down-down-up-up-down-up. It is fast and constant. Start slow with a metronome and gradually speed up.

3

Learn the structure

Verse: Em-G-D-A repeated. Pre-chorus and chorus use C-D-Em. The chord changes come quickly, so smooth transitions are key.

4

Add the vocals

The vocal melody is almost spoken-word in the verses. Focus on rhythm guitar first, then layer in the singing once strumming is automatic.

Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: F♯m · Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E) · Capo: 2nd fret to play along with the original recording.

Playing tip: Practice the chord changes slowly and in a loop before adding the strumming — clean, in-time changes matter far more than speed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Banjo Version

Verse 1

Em

Today is gonna be the day that they’re

G D

Gonna throw it back to you

A

By now you should’ve somehow

Em G DA

Realized what you gotta do

Verse 2

Em

I don’t believe that anybody

G D A

Feels the way I do about you now

Chorus

C D Em

And all the roads we have to walk are winding

C D Em

And all the lights that lead us there are blinding

C D

There are many things that I would

G D Em

Like to say to you

A

But I don’t know how

Chorus

C DEm

Because maybe

C DEm

You’re gonna be the one that saves me

C D Em

And after all

C DEm

You’re my wonderwall

Practice tip: The strumming pattern is everything in this song. Spend 15 minutes a day just strumming Em with the pattern until your hand moves on autopilot. Only then start adding chord changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderwall"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, D and A.

Is "Wonderwall" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Wonderwall" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Wonderwall"?

It was written by Oasis.

Emtap to play

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Mandolin

The defining song of 90s Britpop and a campfire essential. The distinctive strumming pattern and sus chord voicings give it that unmistakable Oasis sound.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep your 3rd and 4th fingers planted on the 3rd fret of the B and high E strings throughout all chord changes. This is the secret to the Wonderwall sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chord shapes

You need Em, G, D, and A. Keep your pinky and ring finger anchored on the top two strings for all chords.

2

Master the strumming pattern

The pattern is down-down-up-up-down-up. It is fast and constant. Start slow with a metronome and gradually speed up.

3

Learn the structure

Verse: Em-G-D-A repeated. Pre-chorus and chorus use C-D-Em. The chord changes come quickly, so smooth transitions are key.

4

Add the vocals

The vocal melody is almost spoken-word in the verses. Focus on rhythm guitar first, then layer in the singing once strumming is automatic.

Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: F♯m · Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E) · Capo: 2nd fret to play along with the original recording.

Playing tip: Practice the chord changes slowly and in a loop before adding the strumming — clean, in-time changes matter far more than speed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Mandolin Version

Verse 1

Em

Today is gonna be the day that they’re

G D

Gonna throw it back to you

A

By now you should’ve somehow

Em G DA

Realized what you gotta do

Verse 2

Em

I don’t believe that anybody

G D A

Feels the way I do about you now

Chorus

C D Em

And all the roads we have to walk are winding

C D Em

And all the lights that lead us there are blinding

C D

There are many things that I would

G D Em

Like to say to you

A

But I don’t know how

Chorus

C DEm

Because maybe

C DEm

You’re gonna be the one that saves me

C D Em

And after all

C DEm

You’re my wonderwall

Practice tip: The strumming pattern is everything in this song. Spend 15 minutes a day just strumming Em with the pattern until your hand moves on autopilot. Only then start adding chord changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderwall"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, D and A.

Is "Wonderwall" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Wonderwall" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Wonderwall"?

It was written by Oasis.

Emtap to play

Gtap to play

Dtap to play

Atap to play

Key

A

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Harmonica

The defining song of 90s Britpop and a campfire essential. The distinctive strumming pattern and sus chord voicings give it that unmistakable Oasis sound.

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)

↓↓↑↑↓↑

123456

Tip: Keep your 3rd and 4th fingers planted on the 3rd fret of the B and high E strings throughout all chord changes. This is the secret to the Wonderwall sound.

How to play

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Learn the chord shapes

You need Em, G, D, and A. Keep your pinky and ring finger anchored on the top two strings for all chords.

2

Master the strumming pattern

The pattern is down-down-up-up-down-up. It is fast and constant. Start slow with a metronome and gradually speed up.

3

Learn the structure

Verse: Em-G-D-A repeated. Pre-chorus and chorus use C-D-Em. The chord changes come quickly, so smooth transitions are key.

4

Add the vocals

The vocal melody is almost spoken-word in the verses. Focus on rhythm guitar first, then layer in the singing once strumming is automatic.

Song Details

Key, Tuning & Capo

Original key: F♯m · Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E) · Capo: 2nd fret to play along with the original recording.

Playing tip: Practice the chord changes slowly and in a loop before adding the strumming — clean, in-time changes matter far more than speed.

Lyrics & Chords

Full Song — Harmonica Version

Verse 1

Em

Today is gonna be the day that they’re

G D

Gonna throw it back to you

A

By now you should’ve somehow

Em G DA

Realized what you gotta do

Verse 2

Em

I don’t believe that anybody

G D A

Feels the way I do about you now

Chorus

C D Em

And all the roads we have to walk are winding

C D Em

And all the lights that lead us there are blinding

C D

There are many things that I would

G D Em

Like to say to you

A

But I don’t know how

Chorus

C DEm

Because maybe

C DEm

You’re gonna be the one that saves me

C D Em

And after all

C DEm

You’re my wonderwall

Practice tip: The strumming pattern is everything in this song. Spend 15 minutes a day just strumming Em with the pattern until your hand moves on autopilot. Only then start adding chord changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wonderwall"?

You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: Em, G, D and A.

Is "Wonderwall" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of A, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Wonderwall" in?

It is in the key of A.

Who wrote "Wonderwall"?

It was written by Oasis.