Are You Lonesome Tonight Guitar Chords — Elvis Presley | C Major
Guitar chords by Elvis Presley · Key of C Major
About This Song
Are You Lonesome Tonight by Elvis Presley (1960) is a timeless ballad that sounds rich and emotional even with beginner-level guitar playing. The song uses eight chords — C, Em, Am, F, G, D, C7, and Dm — but don't be intimidated; most appear in a slow, unhurried sequence that gives you plenty of time to change. The C7 chord is the only unusual shape: fret the standard C chord and simply add your little finger on the 3rd string, 3rd fret. The D D DU strumming pattern suits the ballad tempo. Sing along as you play — Elvis songs are best experienced vocally. One of the all-time classic beginner songs at JBX Music guitar lessons in Mumbai.
How to Play Are You Lonesome Tonight on Guitar
Chords Used
Strumming Pattern
Intro
C Dm / G C / G
Verse 1
C / Em Am / C C7 F / G C C / C7 F / Dm G / C G
Verse 2
C / Em D / Dm G / C G
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