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35 enjoyable and simple Ukulele tunes to master in a Weekend

Jul 7, 2022

What should you learn about Ukulele Music

If you're looking to master an ukulele new song then the internet is the best resource. Simply search for the title of the song and "ukulele chords" or "ukulele tabs," and you'll likely get what you're looking to find.

Before we get started on with our list of ukulele tunes, let's take a quick glance at the distinction between chords and tabs.

Ukulele Tablature

To comprehend tabs, imagine the four lines as the four strings on your ukulele while looking at it. The top line on the tab symbolizes string A, while the lower line represents string G.

The numbers appearing on the lines indicate the frets that you'll have to be pressing onto the strings. If they're over each others and you'll need to play the strings in the same sequence. If they're staggered you'll perform them one, one after another. Be aware that the tabs don't indicate the duration or rhythm of the string that is to be played. You'll have to take a listen to the tune to figure this out.

Ukulele Chords

As opposed to tabs, the chords are the same whether you want to play the guitar, ukulele, or another instrument. What's different is the chord shape, so once you've identified the chords of your song, make sure to find an appropriate chord chart for instructions on how to play them on the Ukulele.

Most resources will also indicate a strumming pattern and/or the lyrics where the chords should be played. If they don't it you can just take a listen and determine the right chords.

If you notice that chords may be challenging to learn, you can try transposing them to easier ones with a capo, so they're still in the original key.

In no time, we'll take a look at the easy and fun 35 Ukulele songs to master.

Ukulele Songs for Beginners

  1. Leonard Cohen - Hallelujah
  2. Ben E. King - Stand By Me
  3. Plain White"T's Hey There Delilah
  4. Frank Sinatra - Fly Me to the Moon
  5. Passenger - Let Her Go
  6. Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

Easy Ukulele Songs

Once you've mastered the beginner songs, play some of these tunes that are a little more difficult.

  1. Kodaline I Want All I Want
  2. Bon Iver - Skinny Love
  3. Paramore - The only exception
  4. Saturday Maroon 5, the morning of Sunday
  5. The Beatles The Beatles - Yesterday
  6. Sam Smith - Stay With Me
  7. OneRepublic"Counting Stars" Counting Stars

Best Ukulele Songs

Certain songs appear to have always been made to be played with the ukulele. Try them out and see what you think.

  1. Ingrid Michaelson - You And I
  2. Amy Winehouse - Valerie
  3. The Beatles"Let It Be
  4. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling City of Stars
  5. Ozzie Nelson"Dream A Little Dream" Dream a Little Dream of Me
  6. Vance Joy - Riptide

Most likely, everybody who plays the ukulele played the songs in one way or another.

  1. Edith Piaf - La Vie en Rose
  2. James Arthur - Say You Won't Let Go
  3. Coldplay - Viva La Vida
  4. The Beatles The Beatles Hey Jude
  5. Anna Kendrick - Cups (When I'm away)
  6. A person I know used To Be My Personal
  7. Justin Bieber - Love Yourself

Fun Ukulele Songs

It's so fun to play that you'll likely play the game over and over again.

  1. Bruno Mars - Count On Me
  2. Colbie Caillat - Bubbly
  3. The Beatles - Here Comes the Sun
  4. Jack Johnson - Banana Pancakes
  5. Train Hey Soul Sister
  6. Foster the People's Performances You'll be pumped up for kicks!
  7. Camila Cabello - Havana

Which Songs Will You Learn?

Take a look at these songs to play at your next party and wow your guests and your family. It's likely that you'll learn every single one or maybe even let them be a part of it!

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