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2 Ways to Play “Stand by Me” (No Capo? No Problem)

IntermediateBarre ChordsMarty Music
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2:58·83K views·Jun 2025·Released 1961·Taught by Marty Music
Barre ChordsR&B / SoulKey of A121 BPM
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Chords

I-IV-V-I

What you'll learn

  • How to play Stand by Me with a capo
  • How to play Stand by Me without a capo
  • Beginner-friendly chord voicings
  • Basic strumming patterns

About this lesson

Whether you've got a capo or not, you can still play “Stand by Me” on guitar! This quick tutorial breaks down two super beginner-friendly ways to play it — one with a capo, and one without. No excuses, just music.

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