Easy Key: C 135 BPM
Use Somebody
Kings of Leon
Chords: C Em F Am
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Strumming Pattern
Lyrics
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[Verse]
C – Em – C – Em
[Chorus]
F – Am – C – C
💡 Tips
- • Simple chord progression
- • Great for singing along
- • 2008 hit
🎵 Did You Know?
- • Won Grammy 2010
- • From Only by the Night
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How to Play "Use Somebody" on Ukulele
"Use Somebody" by Kings of Leon is one of the most popular songs to learn on ukulele, and for good reason — it uses just 4 simple chords (C, Em, F, Am) and has a catchy strumming pattern that's perfect for beginners.
The song is played in the key of C at around 135 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
- Em — Standard fingering
- F — Two fingers: 2nd fret G string, 1st fret E string
- Am — Just one finger on the 2nd fret of the G string
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.