I Don T Know My Name Chords Ukulele
If you're a fan of Grace VanderWaal, then you know the beautiful song "I Don't Know My Name." It's a heartfelt and inspiring tune that has captured the hearts of ukulele players around the world. In this guide, we'll show you how to play "I Don't Know My Name" on the ukulele. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, you'll find this guide informative and easy to follow.
What You Need
Before you start learning the chords, you'll need a few things:
- A ukulele
- Tuner
- Pick (optional)
If you don't have a ukulele, you can buy one at any music store or online. You can also borrow one from a friend or family member.
The Chords
The chords for "I Don't Know My Name" are relatively easy to learn. Here are the chords you'll need:
- Am
- F
- C
- G
If you're not familiar with these chords, don't worry. We'll show you how to play them.
To play the Am chord, place your index finger on the second fret of the fourth string. Place your middle finger on the second fret of the third string. Leave the other strings open. This is the Am chord.
To play the F chord, place your index finger on the first fret of the second string. Place your middle finger on the second fret of the fourth string. Place your ring finger on the third fret of the third string. Leave the first string open. This is the F chord.
To play the C chord, place your ring finger on the third fret of the first string. Place your middle finger on the second fret of the fourth string. Place your index finger on the first fret of the second string. Leave the third string open. This is the C chord.
To play the G chord, place your index finger on the second fret of the third string. Place your middle finger on the third fret of the second string. Place your ring finger on the third fret of the first string. Leave the fourth string open. This is the G chord.
The Strumming Pattern
The strumming pattern for "I Don't Know My Name" is relatively simple. It goes like this:
Down, down, up, up, down, up.
This means that you should strum down on the first beat, down on the second beat, up on the third beat, up on the fourth beat, down on the fifth beat, and up on the sixth beat.
Putting It All Together
Now that you know the chords and the strumming pattern, it's time to put it all together. Here are the chords with the strumming pattern:
AmFI don't know my nameCGI don't play by the rules of the gameAmFSo you say I'm just trying, just tryingCGSo I heard you are my sister's friendAmFYou get along quite nicelyCGYou ask me why I cut my hairAmFAnd changed myself completelyCGI don't know my nameAmFI don't play by the rules of the gameCGSo you say I'm just trying, just tryingAmFI now know my name!CGI don't play by the rules of the gameCGSo you say, I'm not tryingFBut I'm trying, I'm trying...
Practice this song slowly at first. Focus on getting the chords and the strumming pattern right. Once you feel comfortable, you can speed up the tempo.
Tips for Mastering the Song
If you're having trouble with the song, here are a few tips that can help:
- Practice the chords separately before putting them together.
- Practice the strumming pattern without the chords.
- Start slow and gradually increase the tempo.
- Listen to the song carefully and try to play along.
If you follow these tips, you'll be able to master "I Don't Know My Name" on the ukulele in no time!
