Song practice guide
How to Practice Brown Eyed Girl
Van Morrison's 'Brown Eyed Girl' is the most-played wedding-cocktail-hour song in the English-speaking world. The bright chord progression (G-C-G-D), the catchy melody, and the universally familiar 'sha-la-la' chorus make it impossible to skip.
Song Details
- Key
- G
- Tempo
- 150 BPM
- Time
- 4/4
- Style
- boom-chuck
Structure
This song is still under copyright, so we publish its form rather than its chord chart. Add it to your library and you can enter or attach your own chart, and Repertoire will schedule it either way.
What to Focus On
Steady strumming in G major. Smooth G-C-G-D chord changes. Confident, conversational vocal delivery.
Practice Tips
- 1
The intro lick is iconic. Master it before tackling the rest.
- 2
The chord progression is dead simple. Master it once and the song is yours.
- 3
The 'sha-la-la' chorus is the audience's job. Leave space for it.
Why This Song
It's the universal wedding-cocktail-hour singalong, every cover band knows it.
Practice Brown Eyed Girl Daily
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