Nickelback - How You Remind Me

How to play Nickelback - How You Remind Me by Nickelback on guitar

This song is a strong beginner pick because it moves with a steady rock feel and a memorable hook. At about 120 BPM, you can focus on keeping the rhythm even and letting the changes sound clean. It feels punchy and direct, so once the groove settles in, it is satisfying to play through.

You will use a mix of open shapes and barre shapes, so the main challenge is switching between the easier grips and the harder ones without breaking time. The opening progression is A# - C - F - A#, so watch that first move carefully and make sure each chord rings clearly before you speed up.

Start by practicing the opening progression slowly and looping it until the changes feel natural. Then add the rest of the chart in small sections, keeping your hand relaxed as you move between open shapes and barre shapes. When that feels solid, play along with the full tempo and aim for smooth, even transitions.

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.