Easy Key: G 136 BPM
Somebody That I Used to Know
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?
- • "Somebody That I Used to Know" is a popular song for ukulele beginners
- • This song uses 4 basic chords
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Set to 136 BPM for this song
How to Play "Somebody That I Used to Know" on Ukulele
"Somebody That I Used to Know" 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 136 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.