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Playable with easy chords! A collection of practice songs for acoustic guitar beginners

I want to try singing and playing acoustic guitar, but I don’t know which song to start practicing…

I’m sure many people feel the same way.

Even songs introduced as “easy enough for beginners” can sometimes include chords you’re not comfortable with.

In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended songs for acoustic guitar beginners.

If you look online, you can find the chords for each song, so if there’s a song you want to try, check the chords, and if you find one that seems playable, go ahead and give it a shot!

First, aim to be able to sing while playing the accompaniment with chords.

Playable with simple chords! A collection of practice songs for acoustic guitar beginners (101–110)

Wonderful Daysyunikōn

Wonderful Days / UNICORN Acoustic Solo Cover
Wonderful Daysyunikōn

Life doesn’t always go smoothly—in fact, things go wrong more often than not—but isn’t it somehow fun anyway? Why not just keep going and see how it turns out? This song puts you in that easygoing mood.

It’s cool.

March 9Remioromen

Remioromen – March 9th (Music Video Short ver.)
March 9Remioromen

Remioromen’s “March 9th,” a staple during graduation season, is a slow-tempo ballad that’s perfect for acoustic guitar beginners to practice.

The chords aren’t too difficult even played as-is, but putting a capo on the 5th fret makes it even easier.

If you struggle with barre chords, try attaching a capo first and then practice.

Country RoadHon’na Yoko

Country Roads / Yoko Honna (Cover)
Country RoadHon'na Yoko

It’s a song made famous by the Ghibli film “Whisper of the Heart.” Since there aren’t any complex guitar chords, it’s easy to play and widely known.

With just a bit of practice on the chord progression, you’ll be able to play it right away.

The key is comfortable for female vocals, so it’s great for singing and playing guitar.

day by dayMoriyama Naotaro

I like a lot of Naotaro Moriyama’s songs, but I think this is the one that makes me want to play it on acoustic guitar.

It’s not a flashy song, but if you listen closely, it gradually seeps into your heart.

Yahagi in the music video also fits perfectly.

Lingering Snowiruka

Dolphin [Iruka] / Nagori-yuki [Lingering Snow] (Single Version) Official Audio with translation
Lingering Snowiruka

A bittersweet folk number sung by Iruka—it’s a classic.

It’s a song you’ll want to sing with heartfelt emotion.

The strumming pattern is simple, so it’s easy to play.

Although it’s originally a woman’s song, the key works for men as well, making it a great piece for both genders to practice.