Wonderwall Chords

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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Guitar

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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Ukulele

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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Piano

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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Banjo

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Key
A
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Em · G · D · A

Wonderwall Chords – Mandolin

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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.

Chords used: Em, G, D, A  ·  Key: A  ·  Difficulty: Beginner

Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
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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.

Chords & Structure

Full Song — Guitar Version

Verse 1

 
Em
G – D
A
Em – G – D – A
 

Verse 2

 
Em
G – D – A
 

Chorus

 
C – D – Em (×2)
C – D
G – D – Em
A
 

Chorus

 
C – D – Em (×4)
 

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.