Get ready to belt out a classic with this guide to playing “One More Try” by George Michael on guitar! This song is a perfect choice for beginner and intermediate players alike, with a catchy melody and a straightforward chord structure.
What You’ll Need:
- A guitar (acoustic or electric works!)
- A capo (optional)
- This blog post (or a printout of the chords)
The Chords:
The song primarily uses basic open chords, with a few variations thrown in for good measure. Here’s a breakdown of the chords you’ll need:
- F
- C
- Dm (D minor)
- Bb (B flat)
- F/C (F chord with C in the bass)
- Gm (G minor)
- Csus4 (C suspended fourth)
- Bm7 (B minor seventh)
- Bbmaj7 (B flat major seventh)
Tips for Beginners:
- If you’re new to guitar, focus on mastering the basic open chords (F, C, Dm, Bb) first. There are many online resources and video tutorials that can help you with this.
- Don’t be discouraged if switching chords feels awkward at first. Practice slowly and focus on forming the chords cleanly.
- Use a capo to make the chords easier to play (optional). This will raise the pitch of the song, but the chord shapes will be the same.
Let’s Play!
We’ll break the song down into sections: Intro, Verse, Chorus, and Turnaround.
Intro:
The intro starts with a quick F to C to Dm progression, followed by an F/C, Bb, F, G, C. Strum each chord once or twice to establish the rhythm.
Verse:
The verse follows a simple F, C, Dm, F pattern. Focus on a smooth transition between chords here.
Chorus:
The chorus gets a little more interesting with F, C, Dm, F, Bb, F chords. Here’s where the Bm7, Bbmaj7, and F/A chords come in during the line “There are things that I don’t want to learn.”
Turnaround:
The turnaround is a short F, C, F progression that leads back into the verse.
Strumming and Rhythm:
For the most part, you can use a simple down-strumming pattern throughout the song. You can experiment with different strumming patterns once you feel comfortable with the chords.
Learning Resources:
Looking for a more visual guide? There are many great resources available online! Here are some suggestions for video tutorials:
- One More Try – George Michael GUITAR CHORDS Tutorial: [YouTube video]
- How to play “One More Try” by George Michael on acoustic guitar: [YouTube video]
Practice and Have Fun!
The most important thing is to have fun while you learn. With some practice, you’ll be playing “One More Try” like a pro in no time!
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