Here are the basic chords for "When I Was Your Man" by Bruno Mars:
- Verse example: Am, C, Dm, G, G7, C, Em/B
- Pre-chorus example: G, Am, Em, Bb
- Chorus example: F, G, C, Am, D7, Fm
The song involves a progression through these chords with a common strumming pattern. For a detailed lesson including strumming and chord changes timing, guitar tutorials like the one by GuitarZero2Hero are helpful. They include step-by-step guidance on the chord shapes and transitions for the entire song. If you want a simple overview:
- The verse often follows Am, C, Dm, G, G7, C
- The chorus typically uses F, G, C, Am, D7, Fm
This combination gives you the basic harmonic structure to play and sing along with the song.
If you'd like, I can provide the exact chord diagrams and a more detailed breakdown for playing it on guitar.