How to Play "I'm Happy Just To Dance With You" on Guitar
"I'm Happy Just To Dance With You" is a Beatles song from their early period, sung by George Harrison. The original features a lively, upbeat feel with clear, rhythmic guitar playing, which translates well for beginner guitarists.
Chords
The song uses mostly open chords: Am, Dm, E7, F, G, C, Em, and G7. Practice switching between these, especially Am ↔ Dm, C ↔ Em ↔ G, and G ↔ G7, as these transitions happen frequently.
Strumming Pattern
Aim for a steady, upbeat strumming pattern. A common choice is down-down-up-up-down-up (D-D-U-U-D-U), which fits the song’s lively tempo. Try muting the strings slightly with your palm for a more percussive, rhythmic feel, emulating the original’s drive.
Tips for Beginners
1. Play slowly at first, focusing on clean chord changes.
2. The F chord may be challenging; use the simplified “mini F” (xx3211) if needed.
3. Practice the intro progression (Am, Dm, E7) several times, as it sets the song’s feel.
4. G7 appears mainly at verse endings—watch for the quick change from G to G7.
Enjoy playing and don’t rush—steady, rhythmic strumming and smooth transitions will capture the joyful spirit of this Beatles classic!
IntroAm Dm E7 Am Dm E7
BridgeBefore thisAm dance is through, I think I'llDm love youE7 too.
I'm soF happy when youG dance withC me.G
Verse 1I don'tC want to kiss orEm hold yourG hand.
If it'sC funny try andEm underG standG7 .
There isF really nothing else I'd ratherC doAm .
'Cause I'mDm happy just toG dance withC you.G
Verse 2I don'tC need to hug orEm hold you hold youG tight.
I justC wanna dance withEm you allG nightG7 .
In thisF world there's nothing I would ratherC doAm .
'Cause I'mDm happy just toG dance withC you.
ChorusJust toAm dance with you.Dm OhE7 oh.
IsAm everything IDm nee-E7 eed.
Before thisAm dance is through I think I'llDm love youE7 too.
I'm soF happy when youG dance withC me.G
Verse 3If someC body tries toEm take myG place,
Let's preC tend we just can'tEm see hisG faceG7 .
In thisF world there's nothing I would ratherC doAm .
Cause I'mDm happy just toG dance withC you.
ChorusJust toAm dance with you.Dm OhE7 oh.
IsAm everything IDm nee-E7 eed.
Before thisAm dance is through I think I'llDm love youE7 too.
I'm soF happy when youG dance withC me.G
Verse 4If someC body tries toEm take myG place.
Let's preC tend we just can'tEm see hisG faceG7 .
In thisF world there's nothing I would ratherC doAm .
I've disDm covered I'm inG love withAm you.
OutroDm OhE7 oh. Cause I'mF happy just toG dance withAm you.
Dm OhEm oh,F ohG oh,C oh!
