Introduction
???Sunshine on my Shoulders??? is a song written and performed by John Denver. It was released in 1973 and quickly became one of his most popular songs. The song is known for its cheerful and upbeat melody, as well as its heartwarming lyrics that celebrate the beauty of nature and the joy of love.
Chords
The chords for ???Sunshine on my Shoulders??? are relatively simple and easy to play. The song is in the key of G, and the chords used are G, C, and D. Here is the chord progression for the song:
G - C - D - G
G - C - D - G
G - C - D - G
C - D - G - G
When playing the song, you can strum each chord four times.
Verse 1
The first verse of ???Sunshine on my Shoulders??? goes like this:
G / C / D / G
Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy
G / C / D / G
Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry
G / C / D / G
Sunshine on the water looks so lovely
C / D / G / G
Sunshine almost always makes me high
Verse 2
The second verse of the song is similar to the first:
G / C / D / G
If I had a day that I could give you
G / C / D / G
I'd give to you the day just like today
G / C / D / G
If I had a song that I could sing for you
C / D / G / G
I'd sing a song to make you feel this way
Chorus
The chorus of the song is also easy to play:
G / C / D / G
Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy
C / D / G / G
Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry
G / C / D / G
Sunshine on the water looks so lovely
C / D / G / G
Sunshine almost always makes me high
Bridge
The bridge of the song is a bit different from the rest of the song:
G / C / D / G
If I were a sailboat, I would sail you
G / C / D / G
If I were a river, I would carry you
G / C / D / G
If I were a bird, I would sing for you
C / D / G / G
If you're feeling lost, I'd help you find your way
Conclusion
???Sunshine on my Shoulders??? is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of music lovers. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, the song's simple chords and easy-to-remember lyrics make it a great choice for any occasion. So grab your guitar, head outside, and let the sunshine on your shoulders!
