Man I Need - Olivia Dean

How to play Man I Need - Olivia Dean by Unknown on guitar

This is a great beginner song to learn because the groove sits in a comfortable mid-tempo pocket and the changes feel steady once you lock in. You get a smooth, pop-soul feel that rewards clean timing more than speed, so it is satisfying to play even at a simple level.

Most of the chart uses barre shapes, with Dm as the easier open shape. The main thing to watch is the opening C# - F# - C# - F# loop, since that back-and-forth change sets the feel and can expose any hesitation between shapes.

Start by practicing just that opening progression slowly until each switch feels even. Then add the rest of the song in small sections, keeping your strumming relaxed and your chord changes close to the beat. Once the shape changes feel automatic, bring the tempo up little by little.

Use the play-along above to follow each chord change in time with the music, or learn the shapes first with the chord diagrams below.