Few songs are as instantly recognizable—and fun to play—as I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The Proclaimers. It’s upbeat, energetic, and uses just a handful of simple chords. In this lesson, we’ll walk through the main progression and a strumming pattern that locks in with the beat. A great tune for beginners looking to build stamina and rhythm!
I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) – The Proclaimers – Guitar Tutorial
- Artist: The Proclaimers
- Genres: Folk, Alt-Rock
- Decades: 80's
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I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) Chords:
Strumming Pattern:
1
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2
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3
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4
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Time Signature
132 bpm
Difficulty: Beginner
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