Key: C 72 BPM
Apple of My Eye
Babyface
Chords: C Am F G
Transpose: 0
Size:
Strumming Pattern
[Verse]
C – Am – F – G
[Chorus]
C – Am – F – G
💡 Tips
- • Sweet love song
- • Great for dedications
🎵 Did You Know?
- • Written by Babyface
- • Classic R&B ballad
⏱️ Practice with Metronome
Set to 72 BPM for this song
How to Play "Apple of My Eye" on Ukulele
"Apple of My Eye" by Babyface is one of the most popular songs to learn on ukulele, and for good reason — it uses just 4 simple chords (C, Am, F, G) and has a catchy strumming pattern that's perfect for intermediate players.
The song is played in the key of C at around 72 BPM. Focus on getting the chord transitions smooth before worrying about speed — the strumming pattern () will come naturally once your fingers know where to go.
Chord Breakdown
- C — The easiest chord — one finger on the 3rd fret of the A string
- Am — Just one finger on the 2nd fret of the G string
- F — Two fingers: 2nd fret G string, 1st fret E string
- G — Three fingers forming a triangle shape
Once you've mastered this song, check out similar beginner songs like I'm Yours or Hey Soul Sister that use the same chord progression.