A Handful Of Easy Guitar Songs Most People Can Play Acoustically

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When it comes to learning how to play the acoustic guitar How to Buy a Guitar - The guitar is known for its dynamic and unique sound, making it a popular instrument in various genres of music. Whether you're a beginner or someone with a growing passion for guitar playing, here are some top tips for buying a guitar: Seek out advice. Start by seeking guidance from someone you know who has… , you’re in for a real treat, and the same goes for your listeners. Many people starting out on the guitar don’t realize that numerous popular songs on the radio use just a few chords. There are plenty of well-known songs out there today that are incredibly easy to learn. To illustrate this point, here are five simple guitar songs you can learn:

“For What It’s Worth” – Buffalo Springfield made this song a hit in 1967. The majority of the song uses A and E chords, and the chorus also incorporates C and D. As you’ll soon discover, there isn’t much complexity to the song, and you should be able to find easy tutorials online that show you how to strum while using the actual lyrics.
“Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” – It may come as a surprise, but this song, originally by Bob Dylan (no, it wasn’t Guns ‘n Roses!), is actually easy to play. You can find helpful YouTube tutorials that teach you how to play the song, including when to play the chords and how long to hold each note.
“Redemption Song” – Making it onto this list of easy guitar songs to learn is Bob Marley’s classic, “Redemption Song.” This one is slightly more complex as it uses more chords, but all of them are basic chords you should learn anyway. The song incorporates the following chords: Am, Em, C, G, and D. Though there are other parts to the song, it’s a great challenge for beginners and always a crowd-pleaser.
“Wish You Were Here” – This song was originally performed by the renowned band Pink Floyd. While there are a few chords used in this song, they are well-paced, allowing you time to position your fingers before playing the next one. When playing “Wish You Were Here,” you’ll use the chords A, Am, G, D, and Em. If you can play this song, it will be a real treat for your listeners, who won’t realize how simple the structure is.
“Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” – The fifth entry on this list of easy guitar songs to play unplugged is “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” by the popular alternative band Green Day. This song is highly repetitive, which makes it easy to play (you even play a note nine times in a row at one point). It may sound simple, but it’s a work of art. You’ll be playing the chords G, D, C, and Em for this song.

So, dive into these easy guitar songs and start impressing yourself and your listeners with your acoustic guitar skills. Remember, even simple songs can sound fantastic and bring joy to those who hear them.

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