Easy Key: G 116 BPM
Be Thou my Vision
Various Artists
Chords: G Em C D
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Strumming Pattern
Lyrics
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[Verse]
G – Em – C – D
[Chorus]
D – C – Em – G
💡 Tips
- • Practice the G to Em chord change slowly
- • Use the island strum pattern for authentic sound
- • Start at a slower tempo and gradually increase speed
🎵 Did You Know?
- • "Be Thou my Vision" is a popular song for ukulele beginners
- • This song uses 4 basic chords
⏱️ Practice with Metronome
Set to 116 BPM for this song
How to Play "Be Thou my Vision" on Ukulele
"Be Thou my Vision" by Various Artists is one of the most popular songs to learn on ukulele, and for good reason — it uses just 4 simple chords (G, Em, C, D) and has a catchy strumming pattern that's perfect for beginners.
The song is played in the key of G at around 116 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
- G — Three fingers forming a triangle shape
- Em — Standard fingering
- C — The easiest chord — one finger on the 3rd fret of the A string
- D — Standard fingering
Once you've mastered this song, check out similar easy songs like I'm Yours or Hey Soul Sister that use the same chord progression.