12 of the Best Ukulele Arrangements to Strum and Sing

Ukulele is one of the easiest, most cost-effective (and fun!) instruments to learn, for both kids and adults. It's highly portable, the nylon strings are gentle on your hands, and many chords can be played with just one or two fingers. If you're looking for a new hobby, you can't go wrong with the uke!

We offer hundreds of ukulele arrangements for every musical taste, and these 12 are a great place to start. The chords are very accessible, even for beginners, so grab your ukulele and start strumming!

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Over the Rainbow, Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole

Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole's ukulele-led version of this beloved classic is a big reason why the instrument has exploded in popularity over the past couple of decades. Light-hearted and cheerful, it's sure to chase away your blues.

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Hallelujah, Leonard Cohen

One of our all-time bestsellers on Sheet Music Direct, this song found widespread popularity after its inclusion in the 2001 film Shrek, and it has been recorded hundreds of times. The basic chords are particularly well-suited for the ukulele.

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Hey, Soul Sister, Train

Train's infectious 2009 single thrust the ukulele into the pop music scene. Ironically, the chords used in the original key of E major are difficult to play. The four chords in our C Major version, however, are a perfect fit!

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Here Comes the Sun, The Beatles

This Fab Four classic will help you expand your chord knowledge without getting too complicated. It's fun to play, and sounds fantastic on the uke.

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Can't Help Falling in Love, Elvis Presley

The smooth, dreamy melody of this song has made it a perennial favorite. Make your "significant other" swoon when you serenade him/her on your ukulele with this popular arrangement by Liz and Jim Beloff.

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Riptide, Vance Joy

C major is the easiest key for ukulele, and this strum-friendly hit features four of the easiest chords: Am, G, C and F. In fact, most of the song only uses the first three! Imagine kicking back on the beach, sipping your favorite drink when you play this one.

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Take Me Home, Country Roads, John Denver

You don't have to be from West Virginia to enjoy this classic song. Bring your trusty uke along on your next camping trip to strum and sing it by the campfire with your family and friends.

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Count on Me, Bruno Mars

This cheerful song from Bruno Mars' 2010 album Doo-Wops & Hooligans celebrates friends who always look out for each other. The chords are a breeze to learn, and it's super fun to strum!

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I'm Yours, Jason Mraz

This feel-good hit from 2008 has racked up over 1.5 billion Spotify plays to date. With just four simple chords, it's ideal for strumming on the ukulele.

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The Sound of Silence, Simon & Garfunkel

When you're in the mood for something a little more pensive and reflective, this Simon & Garfunkel classic can be your go-to song. Don't be intimidated by the B-flat chord. Barre chords are much easier to play on ukulele than guitar.

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A Million Dreams (from The Greatest Showman), Pasek & Paul

In 2017, The Greatest Showman captured the imagination of movie-goers everywhere. The beautiful "A Million Dreams" is a piano-based song, but the chords adapt very well for the versatile ukulele.

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Shallow (from A Star Is Born), Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper

Nearly 2 billion Spotify plays (and counting) demonstrate the incredible popularity of this soulful ballad from the 2018 film, A Star Is Born. The original recording features fingerstyle guitar, but the easy chords are great for strumming, too.

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