What I Got Guitar Lesson – D & G Chord Only

Learn how to play “What I Got” by Sublime on guitar – easy 2-chord shapes, beginner strumming, and that laid-back reggae feel.
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Learn how to play What I Got by Sublime using just two chords and a simple reggae-inspired strumming pattern. We’ll start with the easiest possible chord shapes, then build up to the full D and G chords, add the classic “down, down-up, miss, up-down-up” pattern, and finally show you how to make it feel like the real recording with swing and lighter, targeted strums. Perfect if you’re a beginner who wants to play a full song start to finish without getting overwhelmed.

✅ Super easy D and G chord options (no full shapes required at first)
✅ Step-by-step breakdown of the main progression
✅ The most common beginner strumming pattern, explained slowly
✅ How to add “swing” to match the Sublime feel
✅ Tips for making the rhythm hand smooth and relaxed

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▶️ Table of Contents

0:00 - Intro
0:20 - Demo
1:18 - Chord Shapes
1:44 - Simplified Chord Shapes
2:15 - Verse/Chorus Chord Progression
2:55 - Strumming Pattern
6:00 - Adding a Swing Feel
6:37 - Modifying Strumming Pattern to include Flat Picking.
7:27 - Practicing with Metronome
8:52 - Tips & Resources

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