Chords for Beginners: Rod Stewart

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The Chords for Beginners blog brings you a great British singer: Rod Stewart. We are glad to present you four easy guitar tab from the artist, with lyrics and guitar chords. The songs are: Have you ever seen the rain; Sailing; Maggie May; Hot legs. Stay with us, please like our site and share Chords for Beginners with your friends! Thank You!

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1. Rod Stewart - Have You Ever Seen The Rain
2. Rod Stewart - Sailing chords
3. Rod Stewart - Maggie May chords
4. Rod Stewart - Hot Legs chords

Roderick David Stewart was born in London, England, on January 10, 1945. Rod Stewart was the youngest of Scottish-born Robert and Elsie Stewart's five children. He taught himself to play the guitar aged 12 and inspired by the music of Lonnie Donegan, began playing in local skiffle groups as a teen. With his distinctive raspy singing voice, Rod Stewart came to prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s with The Jeff Beck Group and then Faces. He launched his solo career in 1969. His songs were slow to takeoff, despite publicity on local television shows. In 1969 Stewart recorded his first album "An Old Raincoat Won't Ever Let You Down". During his career he has released 12 number one albums and 11 number one singles in the U.S. and U. K. With his career in its fifth decade, Stewart has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best selling artists of all time. Stewart has been nominated for numerous awards over his lifetime. On December 31, 1977, he received the Best Solo Male Singer award from the Daily Mirror. In 1989 and 1991, Stewart was nominated for a Grammy award for best Male Pop Vocal, but didn’t win. Stay with the Chords for Beginners blog for more! For example: Rihanna chords

Guitar chords for beginners: Rod Stewart

Rod Stewart – Have You Ever Seen The Rain chords

Have you ever seen the rain is my favorit Rod Stewart song, so I present it first here on the Chords for Beginners. Listen to it, try to play it on the guitar! Chords:  C, G, C7, F, Em and A minor guitar chords. For original key tune your guitar half step down!

Chords: "Have You Ever Seen The Rain" by Rod Stewart

Guitar chords: C, G, C7, F, Em and A minor guitar chord
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Chords: "Have You Ever Seen The Rain" by Rod Stewart - chord illustrations

C

Someone told me long ago
There's a calm before the storm,
    G                               C

I know;  it's been comin' for some time.
C

When it's over, so they say,
It'll rain a sunny day,
    G                                  C       C7  F

I know;  shinin' down like water.
F                                        G      Em          Am
I want to know, have you ever seen the rain?
F                                        G      Em          Am

I want to know, have you ever seen the rain
F             G                         C

Comin' down on a sunny day?
C  G  C...
Yesterday, and days before,
Sun is cold and rain is hard,
I know; been that way for all my time.
'Til forever, on it goes
Through the circle, fast and slow,
I know; it can't stop, I wonder.

F  G  Em  Am...

I want to know, have you ever seen the rain?
I want to know, have you ever seen the rain
Comin' down on a sunny day?   (2x)

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Chords for Beginners: Rod Stewart – Sailing

A beautiful Rod Stewart song on the Chords for Beginners blog: Sailing. Use the following guitar chords: G, Em, C, Am and D major chords.

Guitar chords for beginners: "Sailing" by Rod Stewart

Guitar chords: G, Em, C, Am and D major
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Guitar chords for beginners: "Sailing" by Rod Stewart - chord illustrations

         G               Em                  C                   G

I am sailing, I am sailing, home again 'cross the sea.
         Am                Em               Am                    G     D

I am sailing, stormy waters, to be near you, to be free.
         G               Em             C                    G
I am flying, I am flying, like a bird 'cross the sky.
         Am               Em                       Am                  G    D

I am flying, passing high clouds, to be with you, to be free.
G  Em  C  G  Am...
Can you hear me, can you hear me, thro' the dark night, far away,
I am dying, forever trying, to be with you, who can say.
G  Em  C  G  Am...
Can you hear me, can you hear me,  thro' the dark night far away.
I am dying, forever trying, to be with you, who can say.
G  Em  C  G  Am...
We are sailing, we are sailing, home again 'cross the sea.
We are sailing stormy waters, to be near you, to be free.
D                      Am                   G
Oh Lord, to be near you, to be free.
D                      Am                   G          D      G

Oh Lord, to be near you, to be free, oh Lord.

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Rod Stewart – Maggie May chords

One of the best songs on the Chords for Beginners: Rod Stewart – Maggie May. Guitar chords: A, G, D, Em, F#m and E major guitar chords.

Guitar chords for beginners: "Maggie May" by Rod Stewart

Guitar chords: A, G, D, Em, F#m and E major
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Guitar chords for beginners: "Maggie May" by Rod Stewart - chords illustrations

A                            G                                 D

Wake up Maggie I think I got something to say to you
A                                    G                      D

It's late September and I really should be back at school
G                            D                 G                   A

I know I keep you amused but I feel I'm being used
Em                                     F#m        E       A

Oh Maggie I couldn't have tried any more
Em                                   A               Em                            A

You lured me away from home just to save you from being alone
Em                                A                       D

You stole my heart and that's what really hurt
A  G  D...
The morning sun when it's in your face really shows your age
But that don't worry me none in my eyes you're everything
I laughed at all of your jokes my love you didn't need to coax
Oh, Maggie I couldn't have tried any more
You lured me away from home, just to save you from being alone
You stole my soul and that's a pain I can do without
A  G  D...
All I needed was a friend to lend a guiding hand
But you turned into a lover and mother what a lover, you wore me out
All you did was wreck my bed and in the morning kick me in the head
Oh Maggie I couldn't have tried anymore
You lured me away from home 'cause you didn't want to be alone
You stole my heart I couldn't leave you if I tried
A  G  D...
I suppose I could collect my books and get on back to school
Or steal my daddy's cue and make a living out of playing pool
Or find myself a rock and roll band that needs a helpin' hand
Oh Maggie I wish I'd never seen your face
You made a first-class fool out of me
But I'm as blind as a fool can be
You stole my heart but I love you anyway
Maggie I wish I'd never seen your face
I'll get on back home one of these days.

 

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Chords for Beginners: Rod Stewart – Hot Legs

Another great song on the Chords for Beginners: Rod Stewart – Hot legs. Guitar chords: G, C and D major chords. Stay with us!

Guitar chords for beginners: "Hot Legs" by Rod Stewart

Guitar chords: G, C and D major chords
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Guitar chords for beginners: "Hot Legs" by Rod Stewart - chord illustrations

G

Who's that knocking on my door
It's gotta be a quarter to four
                       C                                 G

Is it you again coming 'round for more
 G                                            D

Well you can love me tonight if you want
                                      C

But in the morning make sure you're gone
                                G

I'm talkin' to you hot legs, wearing me out
Hot legs, you can scream and shout
Hot legs, are you still in school
                            C  G

I love you honey
G  C  G  D...
Gotta most persuasive tongue
You promise all kinds of fun
But what you don't understand
I'm a working man
Gonna need a shot of vitamin E
By the time you're finished with me
I'm talking to you
Hot legs, you're an alley cat
Hot legs, you scratch my back
Hot legs, bring your mother too
I love you honey
G
Imagine how my daddy felt in your jet black suspender belt
           C                                                      G

Seventeen years old he's touching sixty four
                     D                                                             C
You got legs right up to your neck, you're making me a physical wreck
C

I'm talking to you
       G

Hot legs, in your satin shoes
Hot legs, are you still in school
Hot legs, you're making me a fool
                            C  G

I love you honey
G
Hot legs, making your mark                                              

Hot legs, keep my pencil sharp
Hot legs, keep your hands to yourself
                            C  G

I love you honey
Hot legs, you're wearing me out
Hot legs, you can scream and shout
Hot legs, you're still in school
                            C  G

I love you honey...

How to play chords in "Rod Stewart" songs as a beginner?

Rod Stewart’s songs are perfect for guitarists looking to play easy yet satisfying tunes. His music, a blend of rock, folk, and pop, often features simple chord progressions and catchy melodies, making it accessible for beginners and enjoyable for all levels of players.

One of the best songs to start with is "Maggie May" This classic hit uses basic chords like A, G, D, Em, F#m and E major guitar chords. The song’s laid-back rhythm and folk-inspired feel make it ideal for practicing strumming patterns and chord transitions. Its iconic intro riff is also a great exercise for developing finger dexterity.

"Have you ever seen the rain" is another excellent choice. The song revolves around  chords like C, G, C7, F, Em and A minor, and its slow, romantic tempo allows players to focus on smooth, expressive playing. This ballad is perfect for those looking to add emotion to their strumming.

Guitar chords for beginners: Rod Stewart

"Sailing" a beautiful folk tune, uses straightforward chords like G, Em, C, Am and D major chords. The song’s gentle strumming pattern and reflective lyrics create a calming, meditative playing experience.

Playing Rod Stewart’s songs on guitar not only helps beginners build a solid foundation in chord playing but also provides a deeply enjoyable musical experience that captures the essence of classic rock and folk.

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