Wrecking Ball

How to play Wrecking Ball by Mother Mother on guitar

This is a great beginner song to learn because the progression feels direct and energetic, with a steady pulse that makes you feel locked in quickly. You can get a lot of mileage out of a few familiar shapes, and the repeating motion helps you hear progress fast.

Most of the chart uses open shapes, so your left hand can stay relaxed while you focus on clean changes. The main thing to watch is the move from D to E and back again, since that quick shift can make the groove feel rushed if you overthink it. If the chart brings in barre shapes, take those slowly and make sure they sound clear before speeding up.

Start by looping the opening progression one change at a time, then connect the whole cycle without stopping. After that, practice with a steady count at a slower tempo, and only push toward full speed once the transitions feel smooth. Keep your strums even and let the rhythm stay simple.

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.