Song Tabs

 About the Original
Stevie Nicks and Don Henley's "Leather and Lace" is a soft rock duet known for its gentle acoustic guitar accompaniment. The original features fingerpicking, but it also works beautifully with simple strumming, making it accessible for beginners.

Chords and Progression
The song uses mostly open chords: D, D7, Dsus2, G, A, Asus4. Practice switching between D, Dsus2, and D7, as these occur frequently and require minimal finger movement. The Asus4 to A transition is common; keep your index and middle fingers in place and just add or remove your ring finger.

Strumming Pattern
For beginners, a relaxed down-down-up-up-down-up pattern works well (D-D-U-U-D-U). Play softly to match the song’s gentle mood. Try muting the strings slightly with your palm for a more percussive sound, especially in verses.

Tips on Playing
Focus on smooth transitions between D and G. Use your ring finger as an anchor when switching from D to G. During the chorus, the song alternates between G and A, so practice moving between these chords cleanly.

If you’re comfortable, try light fingerpicking: alternate the bass note and higher strings for each chord.

Summary
Keep your strumming light and emphasize the vocal melody. Practice chord transitions slowly, especially between D, Dsus2, and D7, and between A and Asus4. Keep the tempo steady and let the song’s emotion shine through your playing.