Is Despacito easy to play on guitar?

Despacito is rated beginner overall. The four chords (Bm, G, D, A) repeat throughout the song. The Bm chord requires some practice if you are new to barre chords, but a simplified partial barre version makes it immediately accessible.

What key is Despacito in?

Despacito by Luis Fonsi is in the key of B Minor. A capo on fret 2 can be used for comfort, though no capo is required for this chord arrangement.

Despacito Guitar Chords (Easy) – Luis Fonsi

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Despacito Guitar Chords

Despacito by Luis Fonsi featuring Daddy Yankee is one of the most streamed songs in history and one of the most searched guitar chord charts on the internet. Played in B Minor using just four chords — Bm, G, D and A — the progression repeats identically through both the verse and chorus, making it very approachable for beginner guitarists who want an instantly recognisable song to add to their repertoire. The D DU UDU strumming pattern locks naturally into the song's reggaeton-influenced rhythm.

Chords Used

Bm G D A

Strumming Pattern

D DU UDU

How to Play Despacito on Guitar

The Bm chord is the main technical challenge here — it is typically played as a partial barre on the second fret (x24432) or a simplified version (xx4432). If you are new to barre chords, start with the partial Bm shape and build strength over time. The G – D – A movement is very natural for anyone with open chord experience. Use a capo on fret 2 if you want to hear the song in the original key while using more comfortable chord shapes.