Summer Sing Along Guitar Songs // Easy Campfire Guitar Songs 4 CHORDS & NO CAPO // Nena Shelby

learn some easy campfire sing-along songs with me!! these songs only have 4 beginner chords and NO CAPO! we love that.
i figured since the weather is warming up (especially here in SoCal lol) that i would teach y’all some of my favorite go-to summer sing-along guitar songs :) whether you’re just hanging with friends, at a bonfire or a family party, these songs are great to have in your back pocket for a group sing-along moment!
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nena
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// TIME STAMPS:
01:38 - basic chords needed
02:16 - riptide by vance joy
04:12 - i’m yours by jason mraz
05:36 - hey soul sister by train
06:43 - country roads take me home by john denver
09:05 - chicken fried by zac brown band
11:16 - lean on me by bill withers
13:35 - love story by taylor swift
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[@summerwindcharters1326]

At 68yo I started learning the banjo 6 months ago, but can only finger pick 2 songs really well. It suddenly dawned on me that maybe I could play the same cords on the banjo and follow your lead. It works! My banjo was even tuned to your guitar! All of a sudden I can play 7 songs! I can't tell you how happy I am. You just opened up the world to me. Many thanks! 🪕

[@Hdhdjdudh-fv5jk]

Jesus loves you I really hope you find a new light to life through music, it is such a beutiful thing to bring people together no matter what color race or country it just has that feeling down in you're soul that you can't explain or get anywhere else. God bless you I really hope you get really good and maybe famous even later in life its amazing what can happen

[@MrGmooney]

Nice voice, great singing there lady.

[@ColleenBlondell]

I'm planning a beach weekend with my family from all over the country. I had suggested to them that we play guitar songs and play around the campfire. This was fab! I'm going to share the playlist with also we can all practice and play them together. And your guitar is so pretty. Thanks so much for putting this together.

[@patriciaburke2401]

Finally, found someone who doesn’t insist on barre chords and sounds great! Thanks for sharing!

[@Gloomshimmer]

yeah, i like most of the other "Easy 3 chord songs" tutorials, where the guy show you dmaj7dim, amin12sus0.96 and bminDeezNutz, with some "easy" chords changes and fillers (in fact just some phrygian and myxolidian jazzscale improvisations in 200bpm) on his 8k Hummingbird or Martin. Its youtube, its not the "normal people show you some tricks"anymore, its "mega experienced and gifted people show off". If you search "easy painting tutorial for Warhammer 40k" you get People with 10 golden Demon Trophys in the background. I miss old youtube.

[@tee_nanners]

@@Gloomshimmer Genuinely really tired of all the Tim Hensons of KZbin.

[@bmint]

I’m learning those things 😂

[@LilyStar-h4l]

I started watching you about an year and half ago and you encouraged me to play guitar. It's been only 3 months playing guitar for me but you made my journey wayyyyyyy easier, really. To sum it up, you're kind of like my role model Love from India 🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@donaldmcmillan5529]

I love the simplicity of these songs and the way you present them. It is quite refreshing to remember how simple is often the best way to play a song. I have an electric/acoustic gig set up with all kinds of pedals and special effects to have to keep track of I sometimes forget how you can have even more fun without having to worry about all the gizmos and what can go wrong. I really like your voice and the enthusiasm you have for the music. Keep on playing!

[@Tygise]

I totally agree with you! The way she presents the songs and tutorials, it’s not overwhelming at all. It’s fun and all about what music is about!

[@DjankoDK]

I am 59 years old from Denmark, and have just startet to play the guitar, but your are so an inspiration. Absolutely lovely. Your voice is beautiful.

[@liky_]

can i just say your guitar is absolutely beautiful 😭

[@MadiBarness]

Yesss, I know right? I wish mine was red haha

[@jeffreji]

It’s the Fender Sonoran from the California series! Great guitar

[@DogsBestFriend143]

Thank you😊. Couldn't say no when I saw it at guitar center. It looks good and sounds great. Nice low action too.

[@rubiamarcon1239]

I'm not really used to writing comments here but I need to say this, you have been a great inspiration for me to keep practicing the guitar with your amazing tutorials and beautiful voice. thank you!

[@NenaShelby]

aw thank you so much for saying this it means so much to me!!💗🥹 keep going i believe in you!!

[@luisalanriosguzman5102]

Found your channel a while ago trying to learn TS’s August (bc its pure joy to play in guitar). Now I find this video with such GREAT content, it’s visible that you love what you do… so keep it up! You’re doing an amazing job!!!

[@chillythicc942]

You got this!! It's all about just growing those finger muscles! Walls start to break pretty quick once your fingers get stronger and more capable.

[@Meese30000]

Bro I can’t even sing while playing guitar. She can play, sing, and look happy doing it! What the heck 😂

[@jameslowther772]

Your guitar 🎸 is beautiful love watching you I’m getting guitar 🎸 lessons soon iv got a nice red guitar 🎸 to 🎶💙

[@ShrekLovesYou69337]

Song time stamps: Riptide 2:21 I’m yours 4:24 Hey, Soul Sister 5:43 Take me home, Country Roads 6:52 Chicken Fried 9:14 Lean on me 11:29 Love story 13:52

[@HelloThere-cg8dd]

Thanks 👍🤝

[@VikingMan44]

"These songs don't require a capo." Fun musical fact. The capo is used to modulate the guitar to the vocal range of the singer primarily. So those songs will still readily need a capo if the singer cannot sing the melody in the key the arrangement is written in. A capo can also be used if the key the song is written in does not readily translate to simple chords to use on the guitar. But more frequently, it is used because the singer does not sing in the same vocal range as the artist who originally wrote the song.

[@brentperez4700]

As an old guy, I was looking for songs from this decade are at least this century to play at a campfire. Thanks for updating my repertoire.

[@alanjohnson2236]

I’ve been searching the internet for well known campfire songs which are easy to play and you’ve made them easy to learn…Well done…I’d love to hear more👍

[@larsphilipsonisaac7164]

Thank you ! You have wonderful style. I thought I’d never be able to play the rhythm and sing at the the same time,but here two days later I’m doing it . Country Roads is the song I learnt,so I can play it along with my cousin. Merci.

[@R.L.Humpert]

I wouldn’t worry about whether people like country because it’s my go to songs and most people do like it whether they admit it or not. You’re great girl!

[@rlb7906]

I am learning the Ukulele for fun. Never played an instrument before. Thank you so much for showing the strum pattern for each chord. Many tutorials aren't showing that and it is so important. It helps distinguish one song from another

[@Grumfuttocks]

As you progress with your uke journey you will absolutely find your own way and strum patterns will become easier. Keep on with the grind because the path is long and it will consume you as you strive to get better. (30 years of playing guitar and uke )👍

[@Stavroforos888]

Very good collection of songs! I can't wait to practice and learn them all! Thank you very much!

[@travisvennel9844]

The acoustic guitar with the electric head is awesome

[@allonsy9808]

This is a wonderful tutorial. I am NOWHERE near ready to play these songs (day two of learning the guitar--lol), but this is exactly why I want to learn: to play around the campfire. Great tutorial! I will definitely be revisiting this. Thank you!

[@arctic_moon_]

any updates? im on my fourth day rn ahah

[@allonsy9808]

@@arctic_moon_ Let's just say I started taking lessons. Bahahaaaa! I admire people who can self-teach the guitar. Evidently, I am not one of them. LOL Good luck to you!!

[@arctic_moon_]

@@allonsy9808 thanks for the reply! gl

[@frazze2260]

Update? did u improve?

[@KyBren]

I love this video! I played these songs at the park last week and everybody absolutely loved them! Keep up the great work, Nena! You’re making great music content! I absolutely love it!

[@thermofuel]

This was absolutely lovely easy and amazing! THANK YOU! ❤

[@ZachSnaps]

Super helpful for someone who just wants to learn some fun sing-along songs, thank you for this!

[@JeffSG71]

Thank you!! Camp fire songs are the best with so little stress. Great song choices and you play and sing so good. Again thank you !!

[@Thoseguysedits]

Great lesson! Taught some great lesson quickly and effectively, can’t wait to play the these at the campfire!

[@Chibob55]

Nice to see young people playing and singing and teaching and most of all making it fun!

[@JamesStanley-d4j]

I have looked online to find some songs to learn. I have been playing the guitar for many years. However the last ten years or so I hardly touch a guitar. Then a month or so I decided that I wanted to pick the guitar up and start playing again. But this time I completely sucks. It’s like I never played before. I am so disgusted with my playing that I have decided to sell my equipment and just give up. When I decided to start playing again I brought me some equipment. I purchased a Les Paul electric guitar and a Epiphone Masterbuilt. And a couple of weeks ago I bought a Martin D10E Road Master Guitar. I have wanted this guitar for a while so I got me one. However even with good quality guitar I am still no good. Anyway I came across your podcast and saw you playing and teaching and was highly impressed. Every other podcast I’ve found was just way too out there. I know the guitar 🎸 and many many chords so I’m aware of different styles. But I couldn’t gasp what most of them were trying to convey. I haven’t tried to learn much lead guitar playing but theses people all had a different system. All I wanted was to learn some new songs so I could practice and get back in the swing of things. I have forgotten most of the songs I used to play. After I saw and listened to you playing I was so pleased that I found you. I love the way you play and how you teach. I decided to follow you and learn from you. It would be great if you would continue to play and show people your talent and your songs. Thanks.

[@redfox20255]

This was awesome. So simple and helpful!

[@blardosplats]

If I would have had videos like this for free when I was trying to learn guitar, I would be in the Hall Of Fame by now. Not sure which one, but one having to do with music, I'd hope. Anybody starting out on guitar that doesn't appreciate this and other vids like it doesn't know how lucky they are.

[@Giovanni-vx8xl]

Thank you! Easy to follow, perfect for beginners

[@nancyroseallen1088]

you're so clear and good at teaching and have a stunning voice!!

[@anne-mariesmith3129]

I love these song choices, so I wrote them all down and plan on learning them all.

[@Rosesw0tten]

I just got my guitar for my birthday and haven’t played in over 10 years since my dads friends made my first guitar. Thanks so much for making these videos I’ve tried about 10 since Friday (my birthday) and none have worked. It’s been really stressful lol thanks so much I feel so confident now that ik at leader one song. My uncle also used your videos and sent me a link to you (he’s 18 btw so it’s not creepy lol, also we’re only a few years apart) but yah thanks so much Nena these videos are great and include some of my favourite songs. ❤❤❤

[@sampadaathalye8254]

Nena! I was literally thinking yesterday that it's been a while since you've posted 4 chord songs, I'm not even lying, you can seriously read minds, Love you Bestie, Than you so much!❤️😁

[@abigaeltiemogurgei726]

Breathtakingly awesome...❤️

[@paulbalogh4582]

Wonderful work, thank you. I am a classically trained professional musician & have toured & played with every symphonic orchestra & theater across North America . Proud of my 45 yrs of touring but had I picked up guitar, at your age, when I should have, my path would have been MUCH different. Very appreciative of your endeavors here & keep it up!! ❤️

[@justchillin9700]

I came here to learn guitar songs, but forget about the guitar for a second. You have a beuatiful voice. WOW!

[@conorprovan9435]

Perfect! Just in time for summer trip!

[@joncloutier9597]

You have very beautiful voice. Thank you for the lessons. Keep it up

[@hannahkanost1435]

Stunning guitar!

[@chriswoods662]

the joy of playing will overcome the physical-difficulties !

[@mwpoppy7162]

Love your cheerful and gentle approach to music….thank you

[@taylorsversion5]

Nena you’ve introduced me to so many new songs i love them now!! thanks sm❤️❤️ btw i love ur hair color

[@Tygise]

This is a great selection of songs. I didn’t know they were all using the same chords and mainly the same strumming pattern. I’m so excited to try these out! Thank you so so much 💟

[@lollipop565]

I just realized how difficult it is to sing and play the guitar at the same time😅

[@KNI_9HT]

Beautiful girl, an excellent musician and a wonderful teacher ❤ Bless you. Love your posts. Saved the best until last.

[@TocoaPuffs]

Love this list. Nice and easy songs to learn for campfires! I've been playing a while, but I don't have a lot of high energy songs to play. This list was awesome, thank you!

[@LogicManGaming]

Easily the best beginners guitar video on YT!

[@kevo5512]

Thanks Nena for giving your time going back gigging would love to hear more

[@llov1464]

Beautiful voice 😍 Love these tutorials 🎸 Just subscribed Thanks ❤

[@javiergiraldez1647]

Local or internationals, the best tutorial for all. You re trespassing frontiers, viewers from Venezuela and Uruguay here

[@JohnClarke-lq4ko]

A beautiful young lady singing and playing guitar This is what it’s all about. Treasure this moment

[@saory179]

ohh gooog i love all those songs, and here comes winter 🌨️🤗❤️

[@ash_ithape]

Such a beautiful voice 💞

[@kristinaswift13]

Thanks for teaching so many different songs in this vid. It’s the motivation I need to finally learn the C,G, Am, F chord progression!! I really need help on how to play F though as I can’t fret the two strings with my finger no matter how hard I try 😩

[@NenaShelby]

you can do it i believe in you!!👏👏 one thing that might helps is playing Fmaj7 which is basically just another variation of the F cheater chord with your first finger on the second string and the first string open. won’t sound exactly the same but it’s a little easier ! but otherwise just keep practicing and eventually you’ll build that muscle memory 🤗💜

[@justinspears2216]

Fmaj7 sounds much better with some songs anyway. Others not so much

[@Pratikpatil-sm5sb]

your voice is amazing!

[@animedragons9998]

I love when you describe when to change in the measure. I always struggle with the app that I have when to change the cords

[@MATTHEWOYERA]

love how perfect it is and it has left me with am assignment coz i am also a guitarist but cannot not sing. think i should learn how to sing like you

[@joeescobedo587]

Awesome!! Thank you for a great tutorial beginner video!!!

[@Anothaknockout]

OMG her voice is everything

[@juliodefreitas157]

Absolutely awesome ❤️

[@macdee2766]

You got this natural tone and teaching, keep up the good work

[@danielmesseder]

Fantastic! You are very talented. Congrats and thanks for the video!

[@mame6896]

I wanted to play riptide so bad since i bought my guitare so this video is perfect!!! Your channel is really the best

[@mayasorg7610]

I really needed this kind of tutorial, thank you! If you'd like to do more of these it would be very appreciated!

[@jenniferjordan2210]

Love this! I struggle with strumming patterns! Thank you!

[@16Sarahxox]

This is such a great video idea!! Love itttt

[@seanperdue232]

Very great tutorial. I'll be referring back to it regularly. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@TaylorCharm]

This is a great set of songs that covers multiple generations. Thank you!

[@bozzydawg-boris1115]

I see the light i finally see the light 😁 So well explained and played I feel i might now learn something...Subbed and ready 😁👍🏻🥰 thank you!

[@allydistell4141]

I almost screamed when you posted❤️❤️

[@NenaShelby]

!!!💜💜

[@weejim48]

Well played. Being 68 years old I only knew two of those songs ( John Denver & Bill Withers) . I’ve heard of Taylor Swift but don’t know any of her music. It’s funny how youngsters refer to popular music as “ classic “ but at my age classics are more like 50’/60’/early 70’ music. 🤣🤣🤣. Oh and I like your guitar . I like the Fender with the electric looking head stock. 👍

[@purplegirlysquad]

Girly , your voice is soooo nice

[@jonathanschmidt4985]

Doing lessons and this just popped up as a random, glad, what you made is cool. I will see what else you're doing as well. Somethin' simple and fun, well done.

[@roni0983]

Omg i love chicken fried!!! Hahah can’t believe you included it.. thanks for all♥️

[@mandyb0725]

Very seldom do I write comments but wanted to let you know how awesome you are :) you have a gift for breaking things down and teaching us!💞 so grateful I found your channel Love your voice too

[@timoconnell5804]

you had me at "Taylor Swift" and "no capo" I love this haven't watched the video in its entirety yet, but when you said the chords G, D, Am, and C, that makes me think of Taylor Swift's "speak now" EDIT: ok yeah you didn't feature speak now, but I also love love story and I already play it on a 2nd capo, so no harm no foul, great vid though!

[@kerrykeil]

Thank you Nena!!! Was waiting for you to post a new video❤️❤️❤️

[@nickdonalds0546]

Beautiful voice 😍 ❤️

[@TheTaylorSwiftExperience]

Love watching your videos.

[@jamesrobertson4035]

❤❤❤❤ ❤ that you included John Denver! Great lesson!

[@jhott28]

That's the prettiest woman to ever sing country roads. ❤

[@irina_v_3032]

These Songs are a amazing few to know for this thank you for creating this little and easy Composition of these

[@ryandeverdes5533]

you've choose the best song you could!!!! Thank youuu😁😁😁😁😁🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@shivanisrivastava3168]

I love your videossss❤️

[@jasminewhelan]

This is the coolest video!! Thank youuu! ❤️ (just started learning I can’t wait to Impressive everyone I know! lol)

[@aidanhickey2958]

First list I’ve seen that is actually all great songs

[@williammorris2009]

Nice simple style, good choice of songs for us beginners, thanks

[@Void3.0]

What a lovely human being so happy

[@DillyHD]

Oh my lord that is one pretty guitar!

[@kengarcia1461]

Can't wait to learn these! Thanks for making this!

[@ttc99wilson]

I just came across your channel, I really liked how you made it simple and included the strumming patterns. I can easliy learn chords but a lot of lessons dont provide the strumming pattern. Thank you!

[@bradcomeau3480]

A little love long way....love the wat uou love what you do!

[@carlalfarero6388]

Thank you very much!! I appreciate your whole existence

[@NenaShelby]

i appreciate YOUR existence!!💜💜

[@scottrobertson9788]

Love your selections, sounds great! Gets me motivated to go practice, cheers for posting!

[@khiemhong5389]

thank you for making your instructions so clear and easy to follow, love the red guitar too from Sydney Australia

[@inzta]

You just showed me how to play my whole Spotify playlist xD

[@maggiecreason2642]

Nena! Thankyou so much for everything you have done! You are absolutely the best and I can not thankyou enough for your videos they were tremendously helpful. i had a hard time starting guitar but after I watched this video, I feel more confident :)

[@MaiRoyalUkeness]

Thank you for this list for beginners! Can’t wait to try them.

[@aspenx1304]

Super perfect for summer and im picking my guitar back up again. Thank you !!!

[@JK-zl7vv]

Thank you so much sweetheart, I like how you show the cord on the screen, it really helps us newbie's out. 🤠🙏💖

[@keyeradragoo1753]

Love this kind of video and the diverse song selection!! Would love to see more like this in the future