Learn How to Play the 4-Chord Song – "I’m Yours" by Jason Mraz

Why This Song Is Perfect for Beginners

If you're new to guitar and looking for an easy yet rewarding song to learn, you're in the right place!

"I'm Yours" by Jason Mraz is a great choice because it uses only four simple chords found in many other popular songs.

You canlisten to the original version here to get a feel for the melody and strumming groove.

• "Hey, Soul Sister" by Train
• "Count on Me" by Bruno Mars
• "Let It Be" by The Beatles
• And many more!

Plus, this song is perfect for practicing chord transitions and strumming techniques while having fun!

How to Play the Chords

C Major (C)

• Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B string (2nd string).
• Place your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the D string (4th string).
• Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string (5th string).

G Major (G)

• Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string (5th string).
• Place your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string (6th string).
• Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the high E string (1st string).

A Minor (Am)

• Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B string (2nd string).
• Place your ring finger on the 2nd fret of the G string (3rd string).
• Place your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the D string (4th string).

F Major (F) – Easy Version

• Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B string (2nd string).
• Place your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the G string (3rd string).
• Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the D string (4th string).

(This is a simplified version of the F chord, which makes it easier for beginners!)

Strumming Pattern

This song has a reggae-style strumming pattern, which gives it a relaxed, upbeat feel.

Start with a simple down strumming pattern:

Down, Down, Down, Down (D D D D)

Once you feel comfortable, try adding some upstrokes to create a more natural groove:

Down, Down, Up, Up, Down, Up (D D U U D U)

Take your time to practice slowly before speeding up.

Song Structure – Play Along!

The same four chords (C, G, Am, F) repeat throughout the entire song.

Try this progression for each line:

C

No, I won't hesitate

G

No more, no more

Am

It cannot wait

F

I'm Yours

This pattern continues throughout the song, making it easy to follow along.

Quick Tips for Playing the Song

• Start Slow: Focus on clean chord changes before increasing speed.
• Practice Chord Transitions: If switching between chords is difficult, isolate two chords at a time and practice changing between them.
• Use a Metronome: Keeping a steady rhythm will help improve your timing.
• Play Along to the Track: Once you have the chords and strumming pattern down, play along with the song to get used to its feel.
• Have Fun: Learning a new song takes practice, but don't stress—enjoy the process!

Optional Challenge – Tune Your Guitar Like Jason Mraz

If you want to replicate the exact sound of the original song, you can tune your guitar down half a step to Eb tuning.

This means adjusting your strings to:

• Eb (E-flat)
• Ab (A-flat)
• Db (D-flat)
• Gb (G-flat)
• Bb (B-flat)
• Eb (E-flat)

This gives the song a slightly warmer, lower pitch, just like Jason Mraz's original recording.

Quick Recap

• "I'm Yours" uses four beginner-friendly chords: C, G, Am, and F.
• The same chord progression repeats throughout the entire song.
• Strumming pattern: Start with Down, Down, Down, Down (D D D D) and progress to Down, Down, Up, Up, Down, Up (D D U U D U).
• Play along to the song once you feel comfortable with the chords and rhythm.
• For an extra challenge, try tuning your guitar down half a step to Eb tuning.

Keep Strumming!

This song is a great confidence builder for beginners and will help you develop stronger chord transitions and strumming skills.

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