

While beginners can work on mastering the four chord progression – C, G, Am, and F, more advanced players can focus on the dynamics and the groovier single-note lines. Guitar-wise, it’s perfect for guitarists of varying skill levels. The version, recorded at the Lyceum in London, was ranked 37th on Rollin Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.


If you haven’t heard this song, check out the 1975 live version, which is more memorable than its studio counterpart. The “No” is actually “Nuh,” which is Jamaican for “don’t.” Lyrically, one would think this song is about heartbreak, but it’s Marley telling a woman struggling with life’s hardships to stop crying. A reggae masterpiece that is a blend of honest, emotionally compelling lyrics, a swoon-worthy melody, and Marley’s soulful vocals. “No Woman No Cry” is an excellent example of Bob Marley’s pure, unadulterated musical talent and songwriting gravitas. Here’s a lovely tutorial to get comfortable with the song’s chords and slightly tricky strumming pattern.
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No barre chords or challenging embellishments to crack here! You’ll need a capo on the second fret and work on the strumming pattern, which goes in a 16th note pattern. In terms of playability, this song is well within of beginners. The track also made headlines recently for being the first song from the ‘90s to clock over a billion streams on Spotify! Lyrically, it is a bit of a headscratcher but mainly centered on the narrator wishing for a friend to come and save him from himself. Interestingly, the song title was a tribute to George Harrison, named after his Wonderwall Music album. It did a lot of good to British rockers Oasis’ popularity by becoming their most recognizable and widely played tune. It’s been three decades since “Wonderwall” dropped, and it still sounds as fresh as when it was first released.
