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Burn One Down – Ben Harper – Guitar Tutorial

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Burn One Down Chords:

Strumming Pattern:

1 + 2 + 3 + 4 +
Time Signature
Girl in a jacket
Girl in a jacket
80 bpm
Difficulty: Late Beginner
Girl in a jacket

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In this guitar tutorial, we’ll learn how to play Burn One Down by Ben Harper, a laid-back acoustic anthem that’s perfect for beginners. The song uses just a few open chords (G, Em, C, D, with variations like Em7 and Cadd9) and a steady strumming groove. We’ll break down the verses, chorus, and interludes so you can play along with the full tune. It’s a great choice for practicing chord changes, learning how to add simple chord embellishments, and developing a relaxed strumming feel.

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