Key
D major
Meter
2/4
BPM
108
Chords
Available shapes
How to play the chords
Simple standard-guitar diagrams for the chords used in this piece.
D
GuitarStart from the open D string and avoid hitting the two lowest strings.
A
GuitarMute the low E string and keep the three middle fingers compact.
G
GuitarKeep the bass note strong and let the open middle strings ring.
Open string: o · Muted string: x. Some advanced chords may not have a simplified diagram yet.
Simplified notes
D D E F#
D F# E A
D D E F#
D C# D
A D A B
A G F# E
D D E F#
E D D
Practice tips
- Feel two beats per bar.
- Use alternate picking on guitar.
- Slow the metronome if the eighth notes rush.
Continue from here
Use this song page as a bridge into rhythm, chords and the most useful learning guides.
Rights note
Traditional public-domain melody. This page uses an original simplified study version for beginners.
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