Something I Need Onerepublic Ukulele Chords
By far one of the easiest songs to learn on this list, you just need to know 2 chords which are Em and F sharp (or G flat) minor. Where this song presents a good opportunity to grow is through the strumming pattern which changes based on which chord is playing. Under the Em7 you will play D-D-DU-DU and under the Gbm you will play U-U-UDU.
Something I Need Onerepublic Ukulele Chords
Obviously, this song has a ton of vocal layers and guitar parts, as was the trend back then. But when it comes to playing this on the ukulele you are mainly following the main rhythmic electric guitar using three chords, C, G7, and F. An easy strumming pattern you can use is DD-UU-DU.
The 90s band, Deep Blue Something, and their class tune makes a great popular ukulele song. Most adults know the chorus and most of the verses. It uses three chords: D, G, and A. D can be tricky, but one you should learn earlier on in your uke playing. Use Solfeg.io to slow down the song, so you can play along slowly and master those chord changes. Difficulty: 3/10
This Beatles classic and titular track of their final album release is one of the most popular songs ever, let alone on the ukulele. The song itself uses four chords: C, G, A minor, and F. The chord changes are repetitive with a slight change in the chorus. Difficulty: 2/10
This Bob Marley protest song has been a favorite easy ukulele song for quite some time. The message it sends is powerful, and the singing part is simple but lovely. The song uses 3 chords: A, D, and E. These can be substituted with C, F, and G if you need to. The difference in the chorus and verse is subtle, but creating loops with Solfeg.io while you practice will be helpful. Difficulty: 3/10
The Credence Clearwater Revival classic is a perfect beginner ukulele song. And everyone will join in on the chorus when you play. It only uses three chords: C, F, and G7 (which can be played as just G). Difficulty: 2/10
Viva La Vida by Coldplay is one of the easiest popular ukulele songs to play. It only uses 4 chords: C, D, G, and E minor. Solfeg.io can help you align the strumming pattern and chords with the powerful lyrics with its aligned visuals that follow the song as it plays. Difficulty: 3/10
For all the same reasons as before, Radioactive is another one by Imagine Dragons which makes an easy ukulele song. This song only uses 4 chords: A minor, C, G, and D. For this one, you may want to consider altering the sound levels of the different parts to hear the song in different ways; this helps you get a better, detailed picture of the song. Difficulty: 3/10
Few popular songs on ukulele sound as good on the small instrument as this Bruno Mars hit. This tune uses 3 chords: A minor, F, and C. The low number of chords and repetitive changes make this a simple ukulele song. Difficulty: 1/10
Ed Sheeran is one of the giants in the songwriting world, and one of the reasons for that is how he takes 4 chords and makes them into something special. The 4 chords used in this song are F, C, A minor, G. This one is a sweet one to sing to someone you love. Difficulty: 2/10
The X Ambassador song makes for good practice with beginner ukulele players. It uses 4 chords: B minor, G, D, and A. As another Solfeg.io one, you can easily isolate a specific part of the song structure for practice if you need to. Difficulty: 4/10
The last song on our list of easy songs to play on the ukulele is actually a punk song, and while it will take a minute to get used to the accent part, where you need to mute the strings, this song only takes 3 chords to master and regular strumming pattern.
This choice is a little more complex than some others on this list because of its speed. However, the light and fun tone of Hey Soul Sister lends itself to the airy sounds of the ukulele, and it only has the four chords in the key of C.
Riptide by Vance Joy is a popular ukulele song option for its easy four-chord structure and uncomplicated rhythm. It uses the common chords in the key of C and has several how-to-play videos on Youtube available!
Ukulele songs are generally bright and happy to match the airy sound of the nylon strings. However, musicians use ukuleles for more melancholy songs as well. Adele is a master of using simple chords as a backdrop for her powerful voice.
Presenting Easy Guitar chords and Strumming Pattern of Line without a Hook Beautifuly sung by Ricky Montgomery,, the song was composed by Jon Heisserer. Play this song on guitar ukulele or on piano with Easy chords and Strumming Pattern. 041b061a72