Key: B 139 BPM
The Only Exception
Paramore
Chords: B F# E G#m
Transpose: 0
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Strumming Pattern
Lyrics
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[Verse]
B – F# – E
[Chorus]
B – F# – G#m – E
💡 Tips
- • Capo 4 for easier shapes
- • Build dynamics in chorus
🎵 Did You Know?
- • Released 2010
- • Hayley Williams wrote about her parents
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How to Play "The Only Exception" on Ukulele
"The Only Exception" by Paramore is one of the most popular songs to learn on ukulele, and for good reason — it uses just 4 simple chords (B, F#, E, G#m) and has a catchy strumming pattern that's perfect for intermediate players.
The song is played in the key of B at around 139 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
- B — Standard fingering
- F# — Standard fingering
- E — Standard fingering
- G#m — Standard fingering
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.