Introduction

This is one of the upbeat acoustic songs that is pretty easy to learn, as it uses simple chords that anyone new to guitar playing can understand with ease. In addition to this, the chord changes are pretty smooth, thus, giving you a lot of relaxation when it comes to playing the guitar and singing your heart out. 

In this video lesson Steve Luciano teaches how to play the song If It's Love as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning - Introduction, Chords and Progressions, Rhythm and Progression and Song Demo and Conclusion. Don't forget to make use of the chords and tabs provided with the song lesson!

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Arpeggios Verse & Chorus Chords: This song has repeated chord progression and is pretty simple as well. The common arpeggio to use for this song is: 

e|-----------0------------|  

B|------1------1---------|  

G|----0---0------0------|  

D|-------------2--------|  

A|--3------------------|  

E|----------------------| 

Strumming Pattern 

This song follows the most basic 4/4 time; the main strumming pattern that you have to use in this song goes something like this: D D U U D U. 

• D = Down strum
• U = Up strum

Song Structure 

Introduction: To play this song on guitar along with the backing track you have to tune down your guitar to half step and that’s what you will be learning in the introduction from Steve Luciano, your guitar instructor for this lesson. 

Chords and Progressions: Here you will be learning how to play the intro of the song by using just 2 to 3 different notes that Steve is going to show you. 

Rhythm and Progression: In this part, Steve discusses the importance of filling up the drum sections with a dead sound, meaning you have to keep your hand moving. It will help you with your rhythm. 

Song Demo and Conclusion: This is the final part of the lesson, where Steve will show you how to play the entire song with the backing track. 

Why Learn If It's Love By Train Song?

The strumming pattern and chords used in this song are pretty easy to learn, they are great for improving timing and groove of the music. If you are someone who wants to have an acoustic jam session or wants to enjoy solo performances then it is the song for you. 

FAQs – This Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Is the Train band still performing and recording new music? 

Ans. Yes, the band is still active and they are performing worldwide in more than 10 countries in 2025 where they have lined-up 25 upcoming shows. 

Q2. Is there any member from the band who split up?

Ans. Pat Monahan is one of the founding members of the band who broke up and went on his way. Apart from him, drummers, guitarists, and even a few other members were also replaced in 2021.

Q3. In which genre of music does the music of Train fall? 

Ans. The music of the train falls under the category of pop rock, rock roots and rock. 

Fun Fact: The song was written on the same day when the hit “Hey, Soul Sister” was written, the song was intended as a way to showcase gratitude to long-time fans. 

Snowtime is an understated song by James Taylor, and this song exemplifies Taylor’s enduring ability to create intimacy and warmth by using simple musical elements. Taylor is known for composing masterful fingerpicking and mellow vocal tones, and even with the inclusion of these two signature styles of his, Taylor has made this song feel like a quiet 

conversation with his listeners rather than a performance. 

Snowtime keeps up with the folk-pop sensibilities, which is again Taylor’s signature sound; he uses clean guitar lines, gentle melodies and even simple lyrics, which somehow feel like a personal reflection and universal relatability. The guitar work you have to learn for this song is deceptively simple, yet it has technical finesse to it. 

In order to play this song similar to Taylor’s version, you have to learn precise fingerpicking, which is something generations of acoustic guitarists have to learn if they wish to learn guitar as more than just a hobby.

Snowtime is a song masterclass of a song that was held by restraints; it’s a gentle and introspective song that combines simplicity and sincerity. Whenever you are going to play this song on guitar, you and your audience will feel like they have been transported to their old friend’s home for a cup of evening tea or a cold beer. 

Why Learn Snowtime Song By James Taylor Song On Guitar?

The signature fingerpicking of Taylor is present in Snowtime, and as you learn it, you will get to know about precision, control and independence between your thumb and fingers. This song could be one of the best practical exercises you can do to develop smooth, melodic fingerpicking, doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an intermediate guitar player. 

Snowtime is a song that describes the life of a performer, and ironically, as you learn this song on guitar, you will have a perfect song to play in an acoustic setting. Just Imagine yourself playing this song live, with confidence and full control over chord progression!!

FAQs – Snowtime Song By James Taylor Guitar Lesson

Q1. Which guitar tuning does James Taylor use for the song Snowtime?

Ans. James usually tunes his guitar in standard tuning of EADGBE when he has to play Snowtime, but to play this song; he also applies signature string gauge adjustments and tweaks the guitar’s tuning to enhance the tonality; if you are just learning how to play this song on guitar, it would be best to go with the standard tuning. 

Q2. Which of the fingerpicking techniques do I need to learn for the song Snowtime?  

Ans. Travi-style fingerpicking is our best pick to learn if you do not wish to follow a strumming pattern for this song. 

Welcome to the guitar lesson on a song that’s survived centuries, travelled through cultures — Greensleeves. This traditional English folk tune first appeared in print in 1580, titled “A Newe Northen Dittye of ye Ladye Greene Sleves,” and while many romantic myths claim it was written by King Henry VIII for Anne Boleyn, that’s pretty unlikely. The Italian style of music that Greensleeves follows didn’t even make it to England until after his death. Still, the legend sticks, and maybe that’s part of the charm — nobody really knows who wrote it, or exactly when.

The lyrics speak to a mysterious Lady Greensleeves. Back in the 16th century, the colour green was linked with flirtation and promiscuity. The tune has since been reimagined again and again, as a Christmas carol (What Child Is This?), in Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor, and in operas and symphonies by composers like Vaughan Williams and Holst. It's even turned up in films, TV shows, and ice cream truck jingles.

Greensleeves – Guitar Lesson

In this lesson, our instructor Bobby Koelble breaks down Greensleeves in a way that makes it approachable even if you’re just starting out. The song is built on a simple set of chords — Am, Bm, C, G5, G, and C — but what makes it sound so rich is how these chords move against the melody. The tune is in a minor key, which gives it that haunting and medieval sound, and Bobby explains how the minor scale creates a sad, emotional feeling in music. It's a great track to learn if you're exploring how mood is built in a song.

One of the special things about this arrangement is that it lets you play both the melody and the harmony together. Bobby shows how to fingerpick the notes so that the melody stands out, while the rest of the chord supports it underneath. It's a gentle, flowing style of playing that teaches you control, timing, and how to bring emotion out of the guitar.

Bobby also walks you through the song in sections, the A part and B part of the melody, and shows how the melody repeats in a structure that's easy to follow. He keeps the theory simple and makes sure to demonstrate each movement slowly before putting it all together. The beauty of learning Greensleeves is that it helps you practice chord transitions, picking accuracy, and musical phrasing.

FAQs

Q1. What skill level is Greensleeves suitable for?

Ans. This lesson is great for beginner to intermediate players. If you can play basic open chords and are starting to work on fingerpicking, you’ll be able to learn this comfortably.

Q2. Is Greensleeves played in standard tuning?

Ans. Yes, this version of Greensleeves is played in standard tuning — E A D G B E — so you don’t have to retune your guitar.

Introduction:

In this video lesson Mike Walker teaches how to play the song Home as part of our guitar series on English songs. The song is broken down into multiple lessons for easy learning. Home is the coronation song and a debut single from the winner of American Idol season 11, Phill Phillips. The song was co-written by Drew Pearson and Greg Holden. Phill performed this song for the first time on May 12th, 2012, when he was giving the season's final performance. 

Song Structure:

Introduction: The introduction consists of tuning requirements for the guitar and the basics of what you need to play this song. 

Song Arrangement: This part helps you learn about the intro section. Also, Mike shows you two different picking patterns that you can use for this song and how to move back and forth between the two patterns. 

Song Demo: In this section Mike your guitar instructor is going to teach you how to play the guitar parts of the song alongside backing tracks. 

Vocal Melody: This is the final section of this guitar lesson, and it's the added bonus where Mike teaches you how to play the vocal melody which is present in the song. 

Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson: The entire song is written in the key of C major with a bright tempo.

Dust in the Wind stands as a clear landmark for fingerstyle players and those who are looking to learn folk-rock guitar style. The song is known for its emotional musicality and technical construction that feels pretty simple because of how it was played. 

From this guitar lesson by Mike Walker at Torrins.com, you will be combining a timeless melody with an approachable, yet highly instructive fingerpicking pattern that allows you to move from being a beginner to an intermediate guitar player.

The song is built around the distinctive Travis picking pattern, which is also the backbone of countless fingerstyle pieces. As Mike teaches you how to play this pattern for “Dust in the Wind”, it will help you in strengthening your right-hand coordination, build dexterity, and offer you immediate benefits. 

Fun Fact: The song “Dust in the Wind” was actually written as a fingerpicking exercise by guitarist Kerry Livgren; it was not the complete song that we have right now. Livgren’s wife heard him practising the tune and urged him to use it in a song. The accidental song became the only song from Kansas that secured a top 10 hit spot in the US, and in the present time, it has become the most iconic acoustic rock song of all time. 

Fingerpicking Pattern For Dust In The Wind Guitar Lesson

The original recording follows the fingerpicking style, and we recommend you follow it as it gives you the closest feel of the original song. 

• For playing fingerpicking style, here’s what you need to do:
• Your thumb is going to play the bass notes that are located on the lower strings. 
• The index and middle fingers will be alternating on higher strings, thus creating the melody and chords required for the song. 
• Keep in mind the fingerpicking pattern is consistent, and it follows a cycle; it requires steady timing and proper finger coordination. 

FAQs – Dust In The Wind By Kansas Song Guitar Lesson

Q1. Which chords do I have to use to play “Dust in the Wind” by Kansas, and are they difficult to learn? 

Ans. The entire song uses open chords such as C, G, and Am, with some chord variations like Cmaj7 and Cadd9. You will require little practice to master smooth chord changes; otherwise, the chords are not that difficult for this song. 

Q2. Are there any tips that I can use to keep up with the right timing for the fingerpicking pattern of “Dust in the Wind” by Kansas? 

Ans. You should practice with a metronome. It helps in developing consistent timing. Also, when you are playing each note, make sure you let it ring properly without rushing ahead and playing other notes. 

When this Dil Ka Kya was released in 2024 as part of the album from the movie Metro In Dino, it became an instant hit. The song took over Instagram; every monsoon story was accompanied by Dil Ka Kya, and radio shows loved replaying it when it was raining outside.

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As you learn this song, you will find out that it’s a blend of modern production sensibilities while still showcasing traditional emotional expression. The composer Pritam has gracefully used technology to add depth to the sound, while making it sound fuller. If you listen to this song using your earphones, you will actually witness its grandeur in terms of sound stage.

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From this guitar lesson, you will learn how to be pitch perfect with contemporary sensibility while making sure that you are up to the traditional musicianship. The song uses chords like Bm, F#m7, Gmaj7, and Em in addition to simpler chords such as D, G, and A. In most cases, students only learn the theoretical part of the first set of chords, but with this lesson, you will actually know about their contribution.

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Chords Used in Song Guitar Lesson

Here is the complete harmonic vocabulary for this song, in addition to multiple voicing options:

​Primary chords to learn: Bm (B minor), F#m7 (F# minor 7), Gmaj7 (G major 7), Em (E minor), D (D major), G (G major), and A (A major).

​The primary chord progression to follow is: Bm – F#m7 – Gmaj7 – A/D (repeating). The great thing about this progression is that it actually moves between major and minor, resulting in a harmonic movement.

​The chorus progression is: Bm — D — Gmaj7 — Em (or variations).

​Here, you have a bit more motion to fiddle around while maintaining the same harmonic vocabulary.

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FAQs – Dil Ka Kya From Metro In Dino Guitar Lesson

Q1. How long will it take me to master the song “Dil Ka Kya From Metro In Dino” before I can play it for the audience?

Ans. It will take you at least four weeks, where you delicately take out 20 to 30 minutes for practice each day. By week 4, you will be able to play the entire song from beginning to end without stopping.

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Q2. Can I transpose Dil Ka Kya from Metro in Dino in a different key?

Ans. Yes, you can. If you are not comfortable with Bm, you can transpose it to Am, thus shifting all chords down to 1.5 steps. The relationship of the chords will remain the same.

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Q3. How to make fingerpicking present in the song similar to that of the original recording?

Ans. Understand phrasing and dynamics, you do not have to play the pattern mechanically; instead, respond to the local melody. The responsiveness is what separates a good fingerpicking from a mechanical one.

​Released as part of the movie Sitaare Zameen Par, which is a spiritual successor of Taare Zameen Par. The song was composed by the legendary trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The movie has a melancholic tone to it, but this track Sar Aankhon Pe Mere, stays far out from it. The Song is pretty gentle and holds praise for love, which can somewhat be said to be devotional.

​From this guitar lesson, you will be solving problems that you might not know you even had in the first place. The song lesson uses only three chords, but in order to play all three of them, you need to have patience and demonstrate constant practice.

​Here, in this lesson, you will be learning about Em7, D major, and G major, along with the context of how they make musical sense and what takes place when you include them.

Strumming Pattern

The strumming pattern for the song Sar Aankhon Pe Mere follows a flowing and circular motion, so it would be best for you to practice each chord in isolation before you think about connecting them and playing them together. The goal here is fluidity, and not just speed. For this song, we believe that fingerpicking feels a bit overwhelming, so instead of making things complicated, you can use this gentle strumming pattern:D D U U D U.

• D = Down Strum.
• U = Up Strum.

In this strumming pattern, you can see space built in to help chords ring and prevent the strumming from sounding too busy. When strumming, use a light touch.

FAQs – Sar Aankhon Pe Mere From Sitaare Zameen Par Guitar Lesson

Q1. I keep on missing the strumming pattern when practicing Sar Aankhon Pe Mere on guitar. How can I improve my rhythm?

Ans. The best way to stay in rhythm would be to count steadily (1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &), keep your strumming hand moving continuously, even if you are skipping one or two strings, your rhythm will improve when your hand is in motion.

​Q2. Shall I learn the given chords in open chord format or learn barre chords instead?

Ans. If you are someone who has recently started learning songs on guitar, then first learn open chords. For intermediate learners, you can choose from open and barre chords depending on your liking.

​Q3. How can I make the sound feel smoother overall when played on a guitar?

Ans. You need to focus on cleaner transitions, make sure the tempo is even, let the chords ring, and have controlled strumming as well.

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