Learning guitar doesn’t have to be complicated! For beginners, finding the right songs with simple chords and easy strumming patterns can make a huge difference in building confidence and enjoyment. Here’s a list of classic hits that are easy to play, fun to sing along to, and perfect for beginners. Dive in, pick your favorites, and start strumming!
Explore the full playlist here: Easy Songs to Play on Guitar – Beginner’s Collection 🎶
Songs and Chord Progressions
- “A Horse with No Name” – America
- Chords: Em – D6add9/F#
- This two-chord song is perfect for beginners looking to get a feel for switching chords.
- “Last Kiss” – Pearl Jam
- Chords: G – Em – C – D
- Uses a familiar progression that’s great for practicing chord transitions.
- “Stand by Me” – Ben E. King
- Chords: G – Em – C – D (Capo on 2nd fret)
- A timeless song with a steady rhythm; easy to play and great for learning the basics.
- “Let It Be” – The Beatles
- Chords: C – G – Am – F
- The progression is perfect for beginners wanting to practice switching between major and minor chords.
- “Sweet Home Alabama” – Lynyrd Skynyrd
- Chords: D – C – G
- This Southern classic features an easy chord structure that’s fun to play.
- “Three Little Birds” – Bob Marley
- Chords: A – D – E
- A relaxed tune with only three chords, perfect for practicing smooth transitions.
- “Riptide” – Vance Joy
- Chords: Am – G – C
- A catchy progression that helps build strumming speed and accuracy.
- “Brown Eyed Girl” – Van Morrison
- Chords: G – C – G – D (verses), C – D – Em – D (chorus)
- This upbeat song has a couple of simple progressions to keep things interesting.
- “Bad Moon Rising” – Creedence Clearwater Revival
- Chords: D – A – G
- A lively rhythm and simple chord changes make this tune a beginner favorite.
- “I’m Yours” – Jason Mraz
- Chords: C – G – Am – F
- A feel-good song with a straightforward progression, great for building confidence.
Each of these songs includes simple chord progressions, and some might require a capo or include a second section to keep things interesting. For the full playlist, visit Easy Songs to Play on Guitar – Beginner’s Collection.
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