Hey Soul Sister Ukulele Play Along

For educational use. Optimized for GCEA ukulele. Key of F. Transposed up from the original Key of E. If you want to learn the song in the original key, I would suggest learning the chords in the Key of C and using a capo to move to E. I considered making a play along in C, but the voice became too warped.
As performed by Train
Need to practice at a different tempo? Use the gear icon in the video (lower right) to slow down (or speed up) the tempo at pitch!
Video created on the iPad Pro using Luma Fusion. The ukulele chord font is Chordette for Education, available at ukefarm.com.

[@jennettelee3227]

This is probably one of my favorite playalongs

[@ukeplayalongs]

I'm glad you enjoy it! It's a great tune!

[@kristen1274]

I saw Dm and Bb, and as a beginner I'm like "WHYYY" but it's good practice lol

[@ukeplayalongs]

Dm is no biggie...just add one finger to your F chord. Bb is understandably more difficult for some people. It doesn’t have to be. I have a tutorial on “Tutti Frutti” coming out next week where I talk about Bb, and it might be worth watching.

[@Mangos20072]

Kristen Chavez think of it as an em. You could always remove the last finger and it won’t do much a difference. It has been a year since February that I started playing and I teacher kids ukulele so I understand it looks hard and maybe hard for you to play

[@kaylene7174]

Kristen Chavez lol Ikr

[@CelebrityVibez30]

You can also do C G Am F for the whole song just put capo on the third fret

[@dublingirlosxx2758]

If you use a capo the cords are way different

[@TooLongJustCallMeRimuru]

Just saw this because I wanna play this, but does this use a capo? Please reply if you can. Newbie here.

[@ukeplayalongs]

No capo needed. There are only one or two songs where a capo is needed, but they will say so clearly. Meanwhile, there are at least 650 other songs on this channels and others (@Ukulaliens, Andy Ramos) where you can find other songs.

[@TooLongJustCallMeRimuru]

@@ukeplayalongs Well, my the sound I hear, for example, the F chord, has quite a high pitch(?) or whatever that was. But when I try to do it in mine, standard tuned, it wasn't like that. Might you know what is it I'm doing wrong? If you do, kindly tell me, thank you!

[@ukeplayalongs]

I've checked and the video is correct. Is there a chance that your ukulele isn't tuned to standard GCEA tuning?

[@TooLongJustCallMeRimuru]

Well, I am using a tuner app,and it says that yes, I'm tuned perfectly. Maybe it's just because of my uke, really... still, thanks for answering my queries. Still gonna do it, even if it's like this.

[@austin9453]

I have a capo. Is there a way to play something as good as this?(with the capo attached) Or would I have to do it like this?

[@ukeplayalongs]

The capo won't do anything for this play along...it is simply in this key, and you would play the chords that you see.

[@kyra2439]

👍

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks!

[@randyharris935]

What’s the strumming pattern?

[@ukeplayalongs]

There are a lot of ways you can strum to it. You can strum DDDD or UUUU, or you can strum DDUDUDU. There is no right answer as long as you stick to the beat and keep your hand moving up and down as you strum (the DU always goes even if you don’t play a strum).

[@hubiski]

you can just ddu udu

[@SkylarNightz]

there is no strumming pattern, just play along

[@Bella-mt5yb]

i do dd udu

[@giyongsong2727]

Try DD DUDU

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks for the suggestion. I really encourage people not to get caught up in a "right" pattern, but to find a pattern that they can play, and that matches the feel of the song.

[@chandlerwanlass6362]

Waves by Dean Lewis please.

[@ukeplayalongs]

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[@bobbiejohnstone5441]

Strumming pattern?

[@ukeplayalongs]

There are a lot of ways you can strum to it. You can strum DDDD or UUUU, or you can strum DDUDUDU. There is no right answer as long as you stick to the beat and keep your hand moving up and down as you strum (the DU always goes even if you don’t play a strum).

[@ukeplayalongs]

You're welcome!

[@j.adanga9787]

D D D-U D-U

[@justagirl826]

@@j.adanga9787 I did it this strumming pattern too😊

[@sherryrodricks5101]

Hi... Found it difficult to switch at first.. but now it's getting better.. played the video over 3 times n played along... Now it's time to get the chorus.. it's quick switching.. so will take some time. But thanks alot for the super easy chords 😍 Would you be able to list down the capo version chords in the key of C ??

[@ukeplayalongs]

Look at the Circle of Fifths. If you want to go from F to C, the move is one "segment" over. Then do the same for the other chords. This is a great way to transpose a song if you can't do so from the intervals. www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwjfw6vC17DkAhWKiOAKHYBLBvoQjRx6BAgBEAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.classicfm.com%2Fdiscover-music%2Fmusic-theory%2Fwhat-is-the-circle-of-fifths%2F&psig=AOvVaw3axadcoVSWreD8dhvmkovX&ust=1567463716006184

[@sherryrodricks5101]

@@ukeplayalongs wow!! This is cool.. something new to learn.. thanks :)

[@Mangos20072]

F and c in the chorus are half chords. You only play half of your strumming pattern on those chords. After you get it once it’ll be really easy to do 😁 I’ve been playing this song on ukulele for a year

[@jennettelee3227]

@@ukeplayalongs Your the expert!

[@kirbby320]

I remember always playing this song on repeat, it was ny first favorite. This song is the song I wanted to learn on the uke in the first place. This is pretty nostalgic for me, im only 10 btw. Huge fan of ur vids, make more!

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks. There are about 600 different play along videos on this channel…take your pick! 😀

[@squigglykicks5904]

published in 2017 but only now people comment lmfao

[@ukeplayalongs]

I had comments turned off for a very long time. A ukulele manufacturer suggested that I open comments. I do hold comments for approval...normally I'd delete a comment like this, as it isn't positive in any sense, but I think it is good to know why comments only appear recently. And sadly, it affirms why I didn't allow comments in the past and still require approval to publish comments.

[@sophiehayes5201]

thank you so much i’ve played guitar for four years but only started playing ukulele recently and this was rlly helpful

[@ukeplayalongs]

Glad it helped!

[@markjones-ig9lm]

Yay 4 u!

[@sparshsingh7543]

How to play that b flat chird that has tha rectangle on 1st 2 frets? 🤔

[@ukeplayalongs]

I have a bunch of videos that show how to play it...I started making tutorials long after this video (and now include a tutorial with just about every new play along). Look at 1:38 in this tutorial. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rn6rlKlppq56b5I

[@sparshsingh7543]

@@ukeplayalongs okk. I'll surely watch. Thanks 😄

[@addisontubaugh5769]

I recommend the strumming pattern DDUUDU and if b difficult you can just play Am which also sounds really good

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@helpimadog-playthroughs5956]

Thanks so much for the chords! When it comes to playing in the original key, I prefer to just downtune my ukulele and play it like the video.

[@ukeplayalongs]

You're very welcome!

[@nezapolajnar2522]

I like doing strumming pattern DDUDU

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks for sharing a pattern!

[@sussybaka1448]

3:41 here instead of a stop..adding 1 down strum of c also sounds nic

[@veganvocalist4782]

ewwwww ;D this one is fast chord changes

[@ukeplayalongs]

You’ll get it in time!

[@lunazequeen1339]

Recomended strumming pattern? 😁

[@ukeplayalongs]

There really isn’t a “right” pattern; try playing what sounds good to your ears. You could try DDDUDU and see how it works.

[@megaminx96]

I use DDDUDU but you can invent one that you like

[@mariana_9792]

2:13 just a mark for me

[@ukeplayalongs]

O.K.

[@notnotani]

yesssss thanks me too lol

[@yanfei5139]

This channel helped me so much as a beginner 🤟🏼

[@ukeplayalongs]

Glad it was helpful!

[@anavigupta]

So it took me a HUGE amount of time to figure this out. Everyone said DDU UDU, but I couldn't figure out how it fit in. The DDU UDU I've been playing is from "somewhere over the rainbow", and that's a slower version. So DDU UDU technically DOES fit, but you have to speed it up A LOT, and when multiple chord changes happen, you just have to change the chord accordingly without breaking the DDU UDU pattern. It sounds cool. Play it again and again a few times, and you'll get the hang of it. I mean.. if DDU UDU is too difficult, you can do UUUU or DDDD also. That fits easier with the chord changes. BUT... DDU UDU definitely sounds better. ;)

[@ukeplayalongs]

Don’t get too caught up in the singular “right” pattern. You are better off finding patterns that fit the style that you can play, and playing at the right tempo.

[@noname-mb2cw]

We have to perform a ukulele song in front of the school board I think, and I'm so glad I found this so we can play it

[@ukeplayalongs]

You are very welcome! I’m glad you found the channel. I hope the school board performance goes well!

[@noname-mb2cw]

@@ukeplayalongs thanks! I was going to ask my music teacher but couldn't find her. But I'll make sure she sees the video

[@winogron429]

awww i love it

[@abbidecker7803]

Ow my thumb

[@ukeplayalongs]

Your main strumming tool should be your index finger...

[@Canetto19194]

If your just starting, and you cant sing and play. Just do a simple pattern like 2 strums per chord.

[@ukeplayalongs]

Nice tip!

[@Canetto19194]

@@ukeplayalongs thanks

[@livybtzy3422]

During Covid I made new hobby s

[@ukeplayalongs]

Glad you did!

[@constanceturner871]

I love this!

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks!

[@mayacorkey3576]

I could not find an easier one of hey soul sister so thank you very much

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks for using the videos!

[@mayacorkey3576]

ukeplayalongs - have you made any of the grace vanderwaal songs?

[@ukeplayalongs]

There are a few. You can see a full list of similar songs at ukeplayalongs.com (free, no ads other than Wordpress hosting ads)

[@gemmuffin57]

omg that quick switches sound so amazingggggg

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks!

[@janellamanansala9402]

What does key of f means??

[@ukeplayalongs]

It means that the scale of F major determines the chords that are used, and that F Major is the “home” key.

[@SnowcatArt]

nice!

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks!

[@jennettelee3227]

Can you please post a Count on me by bruno mars play along?

[@jennettelee3227]

Also I loved this playalong! Im so good at playing my ukulele because of you!!

[@jennettelee3227]

So thank you :D

[@jennettelee3227]

Im so sry

[@jennettelee3227]

It was already made

[@ukeplayalongs]

I'm getting to this after you have already posted again, but I have had Count on Me for some time: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGPWioueeZeseck A couple other creators have created it, too...see ukeplayalongs.com for the full list (free)

[@brookannaandcarly5254]

What’s the strumming pattern

[@ukeplayalongs]

There are a lot of ways you can strum to it. You can strum DDDD or UUUU, or you can strum DDUDUDU. There is no right answer as long as you stick to the beat and keep your hand moving up and down as you strum (the DU always goes even if you don’t play a strum).

[@hubiski]

you can just do ddu udu

[@Aimeebrowne]

I used: ddu ud ud ud

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@cathleenmudong2289]

Whats the strumming pattern

[@ukeplayalongs]

It sounds like DDUDUDU to me

[@JS-ns8dr]

I do DDUUD

[@marc3le867]

Good job 👍

[@ukeplayalongs]

Thank you.

[@kenhinasimp3854]

Can you replace bb with something else? Is there another chord that is the same to that one? Because I felt it really hard to transition! If there is let me know please :3

[@ukeplayalongs]

You can play part of B-flat, such as just the top two strings. But ultimately, the Key of F uses that B-flat chord often, and many of us can sing well in the key of F, so it is worth learning and playing. My main suggestions are to not be afraid of it, and to let the ukulele do most of the work for you...which reminds me that I still need to record a tutorial for some chords!

[@goon_ass1675]

Very good for a beginner like me. Thank you for the video, it helped immensely!

[@ukeplayalongs]

You're very welcome!