How to Play the Macarena on Ukulele
A simple four-chord progression + easy strumming pattern. Perfect party piece.
Differences Between Ukulele and Guitar
Ukulele (G–C–E–A) has four strings and different shapes than guitar (E–A–D–G–B–E). Same shapes do not map to the same chords.
Chords for Macarena on Ukulele
Key of C Major (Easy)
- C: 0003
- G: 0232
- F: 2010
Progression: C – G – F – G
Original Key (A♭ Major)
- A♭: 5343
- E♭: 3331
- D♭: 1114
Progression: A♭ – E♭ – D♭ – E♭
Strumming Pattern & Melody
Try a steady D–U–D–U pattern. Change chords with the loop above.
Melody (C Major)
A | 0 – 2 – 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – 3 – 2
A | 0 – 2 – 3 – 2 – 0 – 2 – 3 – 2
E | 3 – 5 – 7 – 5 – 3 – 5 – 7 – 5
E | 3 – 5 – 7 – 5 – 3 – 5 – 7 – 5
Watch a Ukulele Tutorial
Sometimes it’s easier to see it played slowly, then speed up.