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.

Playlist

Playable with easy chords! A collection of practice songs for acoustic guitar beginners
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s “Eine Kleine” is perfect for beginners.
2	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyon's “Marigold” is easy to play.
3	PerfumeEito		“Perfume,” popular on TikTok: easy chord strumming
4	PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism		Theme song of 'The Confidence Man JP', a piano pop track
5	Spot the differenceSuda Masaki		Kenshi Yonezu’s moving acoustic solo song
6	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		BUMP OF CHICKEN’s classic song “Tentai Kansoku” (Stargazing)
7	KanadeSukima Suichi		A famous ballad by Sukima Switch
8	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A classic song popular among beginner guitarists—simple and easy to practice.
9	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		Their signature song “Like Tonight’s Moon” is well-known.
10	That’s Why I Gave Up MusicYorushika		Guitar practice with Yorushika’s excellent title track
11	You don’t listen to rock.aimyon		A perfect song for practicing Aimyon
12	Christmas songback number		Gentle Guitar Practice with Christmas Songs
13	CHE.R.RYYUI		YUI’s “CHE.R.RY” is an ideal practice song for beginners.
14	cherrysupittsu		Spitz’s “Cherry” is an easy song for beginners.
15	HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number		A signature song by back number, a love song.
16	Summer Colorsyuzu		A classic hit by Yuzu, the quintessential acoustic guitar singer-songwriter duo.
17	Hide-and-seekYuuri		Yuri's acoustic masterpiece
18	powder snowRemioromen		Remioromen's signature song "Konayuki"
19	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama’s classic songs that are perfect for acoustic guitar beginners
20	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Theme song of Hata Motohiro’s “STAND BY ME Doraemon”
21	Become the windtsuji ayano		The refreshing musical tone of Ghibli’s “The Cat Returns”
22	Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number		Hanako on a Pedestal, a solo acoustic (singing with guitar) song
23	Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi		A famous song by Kazuyoshi Saito where you can learn how to play the guitar
24	rainbowarashi		A stormy love song—Ninomiya’s solo acoustic performance is captivating.
25	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		The 15th single by Elephant Kashimashi
26	Maplesupittsu		The popular song “Kaede” is perfect for practice for acoustic guitar beginners.
27	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s classic hit sounds captivating even on acoustic guitar.
28	Flash GirlToukyou Jihen		A classic digital single by Tokyo Jihen
29	That paper airplane breaks through the cloudy sky.19		A bright-toned, positive song for the future
30	bouquetback number		A popular practice song for acoustic guitar beginners: “Hanataba” (Bouquet)
31	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		Singing and playing aiko’s songs on an acoustic guitar
32	It’s okayRADWIMPS		Theme song of Weathering With You, a beautiful melody
33	Blue BenchSasuke		A classic song that brings back a page of youth
34	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		Performing Masaharu Fukuyama’s signature songs with heartfelt emotion
35	To Hikarimiwa		A love story with a memorable theme song by miwa
36	Baby I Love Youkururi		A comfortable acoustic song by Quruli
37	Stalker’s Song: 3rd Block, Your HouseAbe Mao		Abe Mao’s stalker-like, terrifying song
38	strollInoue Azumi		The theme song of My Neighbor Totoro is a masterpiece.
39	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s debut song; suitable for solo acoustic (singer-songwriter) performance
40	Cactus Flowerchūrippu		A classic hit by Tulip, a theme song for a youth drama
41	Voice of the SeaKiritani Kenta		A soothing song written and composed by Okinawa’s BEGIN, sung by Kenta Kiritani
42	366 daysHY		An inspiring classic you’ll want to play on acoustic guitar
43	Banzai ~ I’m glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu		I want to play a cool, rock-style song.
44	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A classic Spitz song that's perfect for beginners
45	seesaw gameMr.Children		Mr.Children’s “HERO” Hits No. 1 for Three Consecutive Weeks
46	BoyhoodInoue Yosui		Even though it's an old song, it's refreshing and resonates with the heart.
47	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		How to perform the theme song of Evangelion
48	I want to tell you how I feel (my love)aimyon		How to play Aimyon’s “Ai o Tsutaetai Datoka”
49	Curry Songkururi		A gentle song of curry and everyday life
50	Stand By MeBen E. King		Classic songs perfect for acoustic guitar beginners
51	Let It BeThe Beatles		Beatles classics, perfect for beginner acoustic guitar players
52	Heroineback number		Back Number songs that are friendly for acoustic guitar beginners
53	meteorKobukuro		Kobukuro’s song of a shooting star that resonates with the heart
54	One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi		How to play Masayoshi Yamazaki’s bittersweet songs on guitar
55	againYUI		A famous song from the anime Fullmetal Alchemist
56	Monsterarashi		Arashi’s “Monster” drama theme song
57	If I’m wrapped in kindnessArai Yumi		The FujiyA commercial song “Haru yo, Koi”: an easy-to-play classic.
58	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		Overwhelming vocal prowess, an intriguing modulation structure
59	Motherkariyushi 58		Kariyushi58’s moving song about a mother
60	the red threadKobukuro		Kobukuro’s classic song, with a difficult intro
61	Light and ShadowHanaregumi		A secret song by Hanaregumi that sings of light and darkness
62	HeroAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s Rio Olympics theme song
63	PopNishino Kana		Kana Nishino's 30th single, an easy (not difficult) song
64	dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Classic folk songs that are easy to play on acoustic guitar
65	contrailArai Yumi		The moving theme song of the Studio Ghibli film “The Wind Rises”
66	Anytime, as many times as you likeKimura Yumi		Guitar performance of the famous song from the Ghibli film Spirited Away
67	Go Go Round This World!FISHMANS		A soothing track by Fishmans
68	and I love youMr.Children		Masterpiece songs for Mr. Children’s solo acoustic performances
69	Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu		Yuzu’s gentle singing voice, a theme song of hope
70	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A masterpiece that turned the experience of being bullied into a song
71	If I can laughUrufuruzu		Ending theme of Ulfuls' “Ginza no Koi”
72	Tears Sparkle☆supittsu		Spitz’s classic song: the melody of youth and deep emotion
73	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		The heartbreak song “Hanamizuki” is easy to sing.
74	planetariumOtsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s heartrending first-love ballad
75	For loveOkuda Tamio		Tamio Okuda’s guitar playing is unique and cool.
76	to youchiisana koi no uta bando		A classic song by the band formed from the movie “A Little Love Song.”
77	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		An emotional song depicting youthful parting and reunion
78	I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki’s classic song, perfect for guitar practice
79	AiHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s heartrending masterpiece, captivating on acoustic guitar.
80	crescent moonayaka		Ayaka gently sings a heartrending melody.
81	Country RoadHon’na Yoko		A youth song from 'Whisper of the Heart,' an easy guitar piece
82	tremoloRADWIMPS		A simple, fast-paced popular song by RADWIMPS
83	TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya		Fumiya Fujii’s signature song that portrays the emotions of heartbreak.
84	Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN		A wistful, slow-tempo song that paints a scene of parting
85	walnutMr.Children		A song that speaks to you, scenes of loneliness and hope
86	I became someone else’s girlfriend.wacci		Wacci's bittersweet, sentimental song
87	Daydream BelieverZa Taimāzu		A classic song from the 1960s, a classic by The Timers
88	Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterSuga Shikao		Suga Shikao’s moving masterpiece, easy to play
89	threadNakajima Miyuki		Cover an inspiring classic and sing it at a wedding
90	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima’s singing voice is gentle and warm.
91	CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s songs are soul-stirring masterpieces.
92	I wanna see youAbe Mao		Mao Abe, who began her music career under the influence of her family.
93	supernovaBUMP OF CHICKEN		BUMP OF CHICKEN's moving masterpiece
94	ImagineJohn Lennon		John Lennon's masterpiece is simple and iconic.
95	To the futureKiroro		Kiroro's youth songs are easy to sing.
96	Footsteps ~Be Strong~Mr.Children		Mr. Children classic: an anthem of evolution and learning
97	Slow BalladRC sakuseshon		How to play classic songs by RC Succession
98	Rosieaiko		Aiko’s masterpieces: songs ideal for acoustic guitar performance
99	Thank youikimonogakari		Theme song by Ikimonogakari
100	YellKobukuro		Introduce Kobukuro’s major-label debut single.
101	Wonderful Daysyunikōn		Life is hard, but fun.
102	March 9Remioromen		Perfect for practicing Remioromen’s “March 9th.”
103	day by dayMoriyama Naotaro		A quietly moving song that seeps into the heart
104	Blowin’ in the WindBob Dylan		The iconic song “Blowin’ in the Wind,” imbued with a wish for peace
105	Lingering Snowiruka		The folk classic by Iruka resonates in the heart.
106	Dancing All Nightmonta & burazāzu		A classic hit from the ’80s, with a poignant melody and lyrics that linger in the heart.
107	Odoru Pompoko RinB.B. Kuīnzu		Maruko’s theme song is a simple and fun tune.
108	Song of the SunKaoru Amane		A moving song from the film sung by Erika Sawajiri
109	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		SMAP’s classic hit is drawing attention again.
110	Messenger from Sunday↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓		A classic hit by THE HIGH-LOWS, popular in commercials and films
111	Shangri-LaChatto Monchī		How to Play and the Appeal of Chatmonchy’s Songs
112	Something CertainOda Kazumasa		Play great songs easily with a capo
113	Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi		A masterpiece played with guitar and strings
114	In the midst of the trivialHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s heartwarming solo acoustic performance, popular among beginners
115	SUNHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino's music is original and captivating.
116	don’t cry anymoremiwa		Easy with a capo, perfect for practicing the F chord
117	Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN		A heartwarming classic by the Okinawan band BEGIN