What's the difference between guitar chords and ukulele chords?

Guitar chords typically use six strings, while ukulele chords use four strings. This means that guitar chords can have more complex harmonies, with richer and fuller sounds due to the additional strings.

Ukulele chords, on the other hand, are often simpler and easier to play than guitar chords, as they require fewer fingers and less stretching across the fretboard. The smaller size of the ukulele also makes it easier to navigate and handle for some players.

Another significant difference is the tuning of the instruments. Guitars are typically tuned in standard tuning (E A D G B E), while ukuleles can be tuned in a variety of ways, including GCEA, ADF#B, and others. This means that the chord shapes and fingerings used on a ukulele may be different from those used on a guitar, even if they share the same name.

Despite these differences, many chords and chord progressions can be played on both instruments. With practice, guitarists can learn to adapt their chord knowledge to the ukulele, and vice versa, opening up a world of possibilities for exploring different musical styles and techniques.

Here are some popular songs that use simple ukulele chords:

1. "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole (uses C, Em, F, G chords)
2. "Riptide" by Vance Joy (uses Am, G, C chords)
3. "Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley (uses C, Em, Am, F, G7 chords)
4. "I'm Yours" by Jason Mraz (uses C, G, Am, F chords)
5. "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen (uses C, Am, F, G chords)
6. "La Vie En Rose" by Edith Piaf (uses C, Am, F, Dm, G7 chords)
7. "I Will Follow You into the Dark" by Death Cab for Cutie (uses C, Am, F, G7 chords)
8. "Dream a Little Dream of Me" by The Mamas and The Papas (uses C, Am, G, F chords)
9. "Count On Me" by Bruno Mars (uses C, G, Am, F chords)
10. "Hey Soul Sister" by Train (uses C, G, Am, F chords)

These songs feature simple chord progressions that are easy to play on the ukulele, making them great choices for beginners. They also span different genres and eras, from classic songs like "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" to modern hits like "Riptide" and "Count On Me."