Strangers

How to play Strangers by Kenya Grace on guitar

“Strangers” is a great beginner song to learn because the progression is clear and the feel is steady at about 120 BPM. You get a smooth, modern pop flow that helps you practice staying relaxed while the chords keep moving.

The chart uses a mix of open shapes and barre shapes, so you can feel the contrast right away. D, G, Em, and E are the easier open shapes, while Bm, C#m, and Gm need more hand strength. The main change to watch is the opening move from Bm into D, then G to Em, since that shift can make you rush.

Start by looping the opening progression slowly and cleanly, then add the rest of the song one change at a time. Once your hands know the shapes, practice with a steady count and bring the tempo up little by little until it feels natural.

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.