Em (4th fret on the A string)
C (1st fret on the B string)
G (3rd fret on the low E string)
D (2nd fret on the A string)
The song follows the chord progression of Em-C-G-D.
Here's a detailed breakdown of the strumming pattern for each verse, chorus, and bridge:
Verse 1:
>>| Strumming | Chords |
>>|----------|--------|
>>| DDU-DDU | Em-Em |
>>| DDU-DDU | Em-C |
>>| DDU-DDU | G-G |
>>| DDU-DDU | D-D |
Chorus
>>| Strumming | Chords |
>>|----------|--------|
>>| DDU-DDU | Em-Em |
>>| DDU-DDU | C-C |
>>| DDU-DDU | G-D |
>>| D D | Em Em |
Bridge:
>>| Strumming | Chords |
>>|----------|--------|
>>| DDU-DDU | Em-Em |
>>| DDU-DDU | C-G |
>>| D D | Em-Em |
Chorus
>>| Strumming | Chords |
>>|----------|--------|
>>| DDU-DDU | Em-Em |
>>| DDU-DDU | C-C |
>>| DDU-DDU | G-D |
>>| D D | Em Em |
Remember that practice makes perfect, and this is just a guideline. Feel free to add your interpretation and enjoy playing "Single Ladies" acoustically!