Grow Old With You Adam Sandler Ukulele Chords
Adam Sandler’s romantic comedy, “The Wedding Singer,” is a cult classic. While the movie is filled with memorable moments and iconic one-liners, one particular scene stood out for music lovers: when Robbie Hart (played by Adam Sandler) sings “Grow Old With You” to his beloved, Julia (played by Drew Barrymore).
The song’s simplicity and heartfelt lyrics, along with Sandler’s charming delivery, captured the hearts of the movie’s viewers. And, for those who play the ukulele, the song’s simple, four-chord structure makes it easy to learn and play. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to play the “Grow Old With You” ukulele chords in Indonesia.
The Chords
Before we dive into the chords, it’s important to mention that the song is in the key of F, which means your ukulele should be tuned to G-C-E-A. If you’re new to tuning your ukulele, don’t worry, there are plenty of online tutorials and resources available to help you.
The four chords used in “Grow Old With You” are F, G, C, and Am. If you’re comfortable with basic ukulele chords, these should be no problem for you. However, if you’re new to the instrument, take your time and practice each chord before attempting to play the song.
Here’s how to play each chord:
- F: Place your index finger on the first fret of the E string and your middle finger on the second fret of the G string.
- G: Place your index finger on the second fret of the C string, your middle finger on the third fret of the E string, and your ring finger on the third fret of the A string.
- C: Place your ring finger on the third fret of the A string.
- Am: Place your index finger on the first fret of the C string and your middle finger on the second fret of the A string.
The Strumming Pattern
Once you’ve got the chords down, it’s time to work on the strumming pattern. The strumming pattern for “Grow Old With You” is relatively simple and consists of downstrokes on each beat.
Here’s the strumming pattern:
F(down)G(down)C(down)Am(down, down, up)F(down)G(down)C(down)Am(down, down, up)
Practice the strumming pattern slowly at first, ensuring that the downstrokes fall on each beat. As you become more comfortable, you can speed up the strumming.
The Song
Now that you’ve got the chords and the strumming pattern down, it’s time to put it all together and play the song. Here are the lyrics and chords to “Grow Old With You”:
FGI wanna make you smile whenever you're sadCAmCarry you around when your arthritis is badFGAll I wanna do is grow old with youCAmI'll get your medicine when your tummy achesFGBuild you a fire if the furnace breaksCAmI'll miss you, kiss you, give you my coat when you are coldFGNeed you, feed you, even let you hold the remote controlCAmSo let me do the dishes in our kitchen sinkFGPut you to bed when you've had too much to drinkCAmOh I could be the man who grows old with youFGI wanna grow old with youCAmF
As you play along, make sure to sing the lyrics in time with your strumming. As you become more comfortable with the song, try adding your own flourishes and variations to make it your own.
In Conclusion
Learning to play “Grow Old With You” on the ukulele is a great way to impress your friends and loved ones with your musical talent. With its simple chord structure and heartfelt lyrics, it’s no wonder why this song has become a classic.
If you’re new to the ukulele, take your time and practice each chord and the strumming pattern until you feel comfortable. And, most importantly, have fun!
