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Songs for Beginners peaked at No. 15 on the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart, and the single "Chicago" made it to No. 35 on the Billboard Hot 100. It has been certified a gold record by the RIAA.
- 1970–1971, Wally Heiders Studio III, Los Angeles and Studio "C", San Francisco
- Graham Nash
- 28 May 1971
- “Imagine” by John Lennon
- “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift
- “Ain’t No Sunshine” by Bill Withers
- “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” by Bryan Adams
- “Mamma Mia” by Abba
- “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran
- “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper
- “We Will Rock You” by Queen
- “Knocking on Heaven’s Door” by Bob Dylan
- “Top of The World” by The Carpenters
Imagine is often considered a rite of passage for piano players. But it is also a great song for beginners because it does not have any vocal chops or difficult lyric scansions. Additionally, since the song is arranged primarily on a piano, you can very easily transpose it to a key that best fits your vocal range. If you feel that the song is almos...
Written by Swift along with Shellback and Max Martin, this song became quite the earwormwhen it was released in 2014. The song follows a typical pop structure with verses, a chorus, and a bridge. What is interesting is that it uses many different types of vocal styles and thus can be a good song to sing not just at karaoke but also as a cover. The ...
The reason why this song has been covered regularly by beginners, as well as professional singers, is because it is an incredibly versatile song that can be sung in many different ways. The original song was part of Withers’ debut record, Just As I Am and although it has been reprised by artists such as Michael Jackson, Prince, Stevie Wonder, The L...
When someone says ‘Bryan Adams’, the song Summer Of 69 instantly comes to mind. But many don’t know that Adams has delivered many hits, in his career spanning decades. The ballad (Everything I Do) I Do It For You is one of them and was made famous by the movie Robin Hood: Prince Of Thieves. One of the great things about the song is that although it...
The Swedish pop group ABBA was founded in the 1970s, but their music continues to inspire even today. Mamma Mia is in the key of D and is suitable for those who don’t enjoy singing notes that are too high or low. However, while the vocal arrangement of the song is simple it is still very unique. The mix of choppy yet flowy vocals makes the song fun...
Ed Sheeran’s Thinking Out Loud is a simple acoustic ballad that uses a higher register in terms of vocals. The original key of the song is D and Sheeran’s voice usually ranges from B2 to A4. Although this may feel like a very big range and challenging for a beginner, the good thing is that you can always sing the song and add your own style to it.
While the original song, Girls Just Want To Have Fun, was written and performed by Robert Hazard in 1979, it was Cyndi Lauper who made it popular. Not only is the song a pop, feminist anthem but it also has the ability to instantly put one in a good mood. Although the original key, F#, can feel uncomfortable for some, it is simple enough to be tran...
Freddie Mercury of Queen is regarded as one of the greatest vocalists of all time so taking on most of his songs as a beginner can be very intimidating. However, We Will Rock You is an exception. Another anthem on the list, this song can be sung by all and you don’t need to exert too many vocal chops. The beat and melody are simple. While the origi...
If you have just started playing guitar or any other melody instrument, then this is the perfect song because not only is it easy to sing but even the chordal arrangement is very simple and great for beginners. Since the release of the original, many artists have covered the song in their styles. This is a very versatile track that can be molded pr...
Karen Carpenter died tragically at the young age of 32, but her voice on Top Of The World still tugs at the heartstrings. Apart from the catchymelody, the song is also a good exercise in enunciating one’s words as Carpenter does. The melody stays with you long after the song is over and the scansion is easy to follow. You can perform the song with ...
- “Fly Me to the Moon” – Frank Sinatra. A classic crooners piece that can be adapted with a few flourishes once your confidence builds, and you can improvise vocally.
- “Let It Be” – The Beatles. This song is sung with a heartfelt vocal line; it doesn’t require a lot of vocal strength behind the notes because of its vulnerability.
- “You Ain’t Nothin’ but a Hound Dog” – Elvis Presley. The majority of the verse melody takes place over just 3 notes, rising slightly toward the end. You can get away with singing it with relatively little effort if you put in the energy.
- “Bye, Bye Love” – The Everley Brothers. “Bye, Bye Love” is a straightforward tune, and the melody sits on a repetitive ostinato note. Because the song was written as a duet to be sung in unison, it was more about showing off the harmonies between the two vocals, so the melody itself is minimalistic.
- “Horse with No Name” by America. Chords: Em, Dmaj9/F# This song is a fantastic choice for beginners because it uses only two chords throughout the entire song and there is no need for chord changes.
- “Wonderwall” by Oasis. Chords: Em7, G, Dsus4, A7sus4. Number 2 on our list of easy guitar songs, “Wonderwall” by Oasis is a great choice for beginners due to the song’s simple chord progression and its slow-paced strumming pattern.
- “Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd. Chords: G, D, C, Am. “Wish You Were Here” is a timeless classic with a chord progression that’s manageable for beginners.
- “Bad Moon Rising” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Chords: D, A, G. “Bad Moon Rising” has a three-chord structure and a straightforward strumming pattern, making it great for beginners to practice their strumming skills and chord transitions.
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