Love Me Tender – Easy Chord Melody for Beginners
Learn a simple chord melody version of Love Me Tender on guitar.
Love Me Tender – Easy Chord Melody
If you’re looking for a beautiful, gentle tune to add to your repertoire, Love Me Tender is a great choice—especially in this easy chord melody version. It’s a timeless classic, originally made famous by Elvis Presley, but based on the Civil War-era tune Aura Lee, which means the melody is in the public domain.
In this lesson, we’ll skip the tricky barre chords and instead focus on a simplified arrangement that combines melody and chords, so you can play it solo and still make it sound complete.
Whether you’re learning this to impress a loved one, perform it for a special occasion, or just want a sweet and simple song to enjoy, this arrangement is perfect for beginners who want to branch out beyond basic strumming.
What You’ll Learn:
- A simplified chord melody arrangement of Love Me Tender
- How to play both the chords and melody together
- Tips to keep your transitions smooth and musical
- How to build this into your playing, even if you’re new to chord melody
🎼 Grab the free chord chart PDF below! You’ll find the melody, chords, and helpful fingerings written out clearly so you can follow along at your own pace.
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