Song Tabs

Original Version
Nobody Home appears on Pink Floyd's classic album The Wall. The original is piano-driven, but it adapts beautifully to acoustic guitar, offering a rich emotional atmosphere with its chord choices and lyrical phrasing.

How to Play
The song uses mostly open chords, making it approachable for beginners. The intro transitions through several chords: Am, Ab, C, D7, F, and Fm. Take time to practice moving between Am and Ab, as Ab is less common; try barring the 4th fret for Ab.

For the verses and choruses, you'll encounter C, E, F, E7, C7, D, G, Fm, and Am. F and Fm can be a challenge—use the barre chord shapes for a fuller sound. C7 and E7 are simple variations of their major forms (just add the pinky or ring finger).

Strumming Tips
Use a gentle, even strum to match the song’s ballad feel. A pattern like down-down-up-up-down-up works well. Alternatively, try slow, single downstrokes for the intro and verses to capture the reflective mood.

Techniques for Beginners

• Slow down chord changes, especially when moving to F, Fm, and Ab.
• Practice E to E7 and C to C7 transitions by keeping your index finger anchored.
• For Fm, barre the first fret and form an F shape.
• Listen to the original track for timing, especially on transitional lines.

Take your time, play slowly, and focus on smooth chord transitions for the best results.