Song Tabs

 "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da" by The Beatles is a lively and upbeat song known for its catchy melody and lighthearted feel. The original recording features a bouncy, reggae-inspired rhythm, which translates well to an acoustic guitar with a steady, swinging strumming pattern.

Chords and Progression

The song uses basic open chords: G, D, D7, G7, C, Em, and a brief F. Beginners will find most of these accessible, though switching quickly—especially to D7 and G7—can take practice.

Strumming Pattern

Aim for a relaxed, swinging strum throughout. A typical pattern could be:

Down – Down-Up – Up-Down-Up

Keep it light and bouncy, accenting the first down strum to mimic the original’s groove.

Chord Transitions and Tips

• Practice moving between G and D/D7, as these changes happen frequently and quickly.
• For G7, use the standard open shape. If the transition from G to G7 feels tricky, try keeping your ring finger anchored on the third fret of the high E string.
• The F chord appears briefly; if barre chords are difficult, you can use a simplified F (xx3211).
• For the chorus, keep your strumming hand moving even during chord changes to maintain flow.

General Advice

Play slowly at first, focusing on clean chord changes and steady rhythm. As you get comfortable, increase your speed and add some percussive muting for extra bounce. Most importantly, have fun—this song is all about good vibes!