About Wonderwall

Wonderwall became Oasis's signature song and one of the defining anthems of Britpop. Written by Noel Gallagher, the song features a distinctive chord progression using a capo that creates its jangly, instantly recognizable sound. Its simple yet effective structure has made it one of the most played songs at open mic nights and campfires worldwide.

Tips for Playing Wonderwall

• Use a capo on the 2nd fret for the original key

• The main chords are Em7-G-Dsus4-A7sus4 with specific fingerings that allow open strings to ring

• Keep your pinky on the 3rd fret of the high E string throughout for the characteristic sound

• The strumming pattern is the key - use a consistent down-down-up-up-down-up pattern

• Practice the chord transitions slowly to maintain the ringing open strings

Fun Facts About Wonderwall

• Noel wrote the song for his then-girlfriend Meg Mathews

• The song has been covered by artists across virtually every genre

• It's consistently in the top 10 most-played songs on streaming services

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