Song Tabs

 "Mony Mony," originally by Tommy James & the Shondells and famously covered by Billy Idol, is a high-energy rock song known for its driving rhythm and simple, catchy chord progression. Billy Idol's version is characterized by a strong backbeat and sing-along choruses, making it a great choice for beginner guitarists._

How to Play "Mony Mony" on Guitar

Chords:
The song uses just four basic chords: D, G, A, and C. These are all open chords, which are ideal for beginners.

Strumming Pattern:
A simple and effective strumming pattern is D-D-U-U-D-U (D = down, U = up). Keep your strumming hand relaxed and try to match the song’s upbeat tempo. For extra energy during the chorus, you can strum all downs in quick succession.

Chord Transitions:
Most changes are between D and G, which are adjacent on the fretboard. Practice moving between D and G smoothly. For the pre-chorus and chorus, be ready for quick changes to A. In the bridge, C is introduced; practice transitioning from D to C to G.

Tips:
- Mute the strings slightly with your palm after some downstrokes for a punchy, percussive effect, especially in the intro and instrumental sections.
- Count out loud during the “yeah, yeah, yeah” sections to keep time and help with transitions.
- Play along with the original track to lock in the rhythm and feel the groove.

Enjoy rocking out to this classic!