English guitar practice
How to Play You've Got a Friend on Guitar
Practice this English song with chord changes, a steady starting tempo, and a guided strumming pattern. CampGuitar keeps the chords and beat together while you play.
Chord and strumming guide
- Chord changes
- G → D → Em → C → G → D → Em → C → G → D → Em
- Chords used
- G, D, Em, C
- Starting tempo
- 88 BPM
- Time signature
- 4/4
- Strumming pattern
- D D U D U D U -
- Pattern guide
- Down · Down · Up · Down · Up · Down · Up · Rest (D = down, U = up, – = rest)
Practice questions
Which chords are used for You've Got a Friend?
This CampGuitar arrangement uses G, D, Em, C. Follow the chord changes above as you practice.
What tempo should I start with?
Start at 88 BPM, then adjust the tempo in the player to a pace that feels comfortable.
Can I listen to the song while I practice?
Yes. Open YouTube search results for You've Got a Friend in another tab, then return to the player.
Open the interactive playerListen on YouTube