# FourChords Guitar Songbook — Learn how to play + new tricks

> Guitar songbook app with simplified chords, tutorials, and feedback for all levels. (iPhone/iPad app by Musopia Oy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fourchords-guitar-songbook/id537151075 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Musopia Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/464674713)
- Category: Music, Music, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.46/5 from 559 App Store ratings · 120 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 263 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-11-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fourchords-guitar-songbook/id537151075/reviews.md

## What is FourChords Guitar Songbook?

Learn how to play the songs you love, from Ed Sheeran to Metallica!
Fourchords is a beginner-friendly songbook that comes with all you need: Easy chords with lyrics, backing tracks, tutorials, tuner and real feedback! Includes play-along versions for over 2000 hit songs, with no knowledge of tabs or sheet music required. Gain confidence on your chord and transition skills while having fun playing your favorite songs.
 
FourChords breaks down your favorite songs into four simple guitar chords, so you can master them in an instant — it is the perfect learning tool for beginners and an awesome songbook for more advanced players! The app listens to you play and gives you feedback on how to improve, so grab your guitar and start your free trial now! Only 10 minutes of daily practice will get you playing your first song in no time!
 
"I definitely recommend it." Justin Sandercoe, JustinGuitar.com
 
"I got it. Students got it. Awesome lessons. High engagement. Turbo progress. Highly recommended. Pro guitar teacher review." by mrguitarteacher
 
 "I have been trying to learn guitar since I was 13 years old. I'm 37 now and in ONE month of using 4Chords I have performed in front of an audience. This app helped me to "see" what I was missing all these years! I highly recommend. It is Worth It!" - user review
 
FOR BEGINNERS:
Instant Play Method™, with simplified chords for every song
Chord & strumming video tutorials by Justin Guitar - don’t worry if you still feel unsure about the chords!
Easy-to-follow play along style - forget the frustration with complicated notes and tabs
Adjustable tempo and transposition to easier chords, so you can practice on your own pace
Track your progress and receive useful tips and feedback 
83% of FourChords users feel more motivated to practice and improve their guitar skills!
 
FOR ADVANCED PLAYERS:
Extensive songbook with songs ready to be played at first sight 
Lyrics included so you can sing along and have fun with your friends
Pro Chords: spice up your performance with 73 extra chords
 
FOR MUSIC TEACHERS:
Fun and easy way to engage students with different skill levels
Endless supply of songs your students will love
Create fun and engaging lesson plans with the app
Singers, bass and ukulele learners can easily join

PLUS:
Fourchords includes also super accurate and easy-to-use tuner!
 
MUSIC GENRES include:
* POP (Ed Sheeran — Perfect, Jason Mraz – I’m Yours, Bruno Mars — Uptown Funk, Adele – Hello...)
* ROCK (The Lumineers, Gun N’ Roses, Oasis, Journey, Green Day...)
* CLASSIC ROCK (Jeff Buckley, Jimi Hendrix, CCR, Elvis, Bob Dylan...)
* CHILDREN'S MUSIC (Mary Had A Little Lamb, Alphabet Song...)
* TRADITIONAL MUSIC (Whiskey In The Jar, La Bamba...)
* COUNTRY (Johnny Cash, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift...)
* R&B (Amy Winehouse, Bill Withers...)
* Christian Rock (Chris Tomlin, Hillsong Live, Matt Redman...)
AND MUCH MORE!
 
DO YOU LIKE OUR APP?
We´d love to hear your feedback and song requests.
Ping us: info@fourchords.com
Facebook.com/MusopiaApps, Twitter.com/MusopiaApps
 
Important Subscription information
FourChords offers MONTHLY AND YEARLY FULL ACCESS SUBSCRIPTION packages that unlock unlimited access to FourChords Song Catalog and weekly new releases.
 
Subscription purchases are charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of the purchase. All subscriptions will be AUTOMATICALLY RENEWED unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will be charged the renewal price, which equals the price of the original subscription, within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
 
You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renew by going to your Account settings after purchase. Subscriptions are non-refundable and may not be canceled during an active subscription period.
 
Our privacy policy can be found at http://www.fourchords.com/privacypolicy/

Our terms of use can be found at http://musopia.net/terms/

## Key features

- Simplified chords for over 2000 songs
- Play-along versions with lyrics
- Backing tracks
- Video tutorials by Justin Guitar
- Real-time feedback on playing
- Built-in guitar tuner
- Adjustable tempo and transposition

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access All Songs 1 Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access All Songs 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Full Access All Songs 6 Months | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Access all songs | $4.99 | per month |
| Full Access All Songs 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Full Access to All Songs | $34.99 | per year |
| Full Access All Songs 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Full Access All Songs 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Access All Songs | $34.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extremely Easy to Play Pack | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of FourChords Guitar Songbook?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎸 Great for learning songs
- 👍 Easy to use and follow
- 🎶 Fun way to practice and play
- 💡 Helpful for beginners and intermediate players
- 🎤 Allows singing along with guitar

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes on older devices
- 🕰️ Lack of updates and new song additions
- 🔇 Poor sound quality in some versions
- 🔀 Difficult to rearrange songs in playlist
- 🚫 Some features/videos not accessible

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inconsistent countdown before song starts
- Chord recognition not working properly
- Subscription issues and loss of purchased content
- Syncing problems when using with other devices

**Most requested features**

- Add more French songs
- Implement better tuner functionality
- Allow custom backing tracks and lyrics
- Provide more advanced features for experienced players
- Improve playlist management and song ordering

## Recent user reviews (10 of 120)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fourchords-guitar-songbook/id537151075/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Needs updating

*2024-09-13*

I have a paid subscription to this app and I enjoy using it - it’s fun to play along with some well known songs and receive a score at the end. However, no new songs have been added in the last few months and a few of the chord lessons are marked PRIVATE VIDEO and cannot be accessed. The app could do with an update to keep users interested.

### 3/5 — Good app

*2024-06-09*

I like the app. I have been using it for several years. However it has not been updated since I got it. The song of the week has been the same one since I got it. I have requested songs like it asks you to do and haven’t heard anything back from them. I don’t think any new songs have been added since I’ve been using it. Also some of the chord learning videos don’t work. Good app but needs to be updated.

### 5/5 — The best, but…

*2024-02-19*

Is it worth the $30 a year? My answer is yes, because I love the songs in there. It reminds me to pick up my Martin more often than I do and I can solidly pick three or four songs to constantly play to the point I can actually do well.

If you aren’t jamming these songs and you have a dusty guitar in your house worth more than $30 you should have this app. At the least, for one sing-along a year with friends it pays for itself. Losing my religion, House of the rising Sun & anything CCR.

**Developer response:** Hello! Sorry to hear you're not happy with the app. However, FourChords still has an annual subscription option and nothing has changed when it comes to that, so you should be able to normally purchase the yearly subscription. Could you please send more details to info@fourchords.com if you're still facing this problem? Regarding the pricing, unfortunately, we need to pay licensing fees for the thousands of songs offered in the songbook, so the subscription prices have to be based on that. Thank you so much for using FourChords! Best, Musopia.

### 1/5 — Makes practicing and playing more fun

*2023-06-06*

As a beginner, this apps makes learning new songs fun. I highly recommend it for beginners and maybe intermediate players. It’s easier to learn the song with the beat and melody going with you. Worth the money to me. 

 Update. It’s been a year since last update. Still using and liking the app but have some improvements it needs. The major one is editing the play list. Adding and removing is all good but you have to move each song line by line to change the order. I.E. if I add a new song, it’s at the bottom of playlist. If your list is 40 songs long, and you want it at the top, you have to hit the move button 40 times. 

 2nd update. 2 years since the last update. It’s looking like what you see is all they’ll be. Still liking and using the app but it could be so much more. 

 3rd update. Still no app updates or bug fixes. It’s been several months since they’ve added any new songs and customer support has quit responding. Looks like they are abandoning it. I won’t be renewing my subscription

### 5/5 — Real life guitar hero

*2023-04-17*

So many chord and tab sights are hard to read and know how many beats for each chord. If you’re learning both the words and the music it can be almost impossible. The back tracks with melodies make learning and playing so much more enjoyable.  Keep adding more songs please. Also lead options would be awesome.

### 4/5 — Feed back

*2023-03-18*

Really good but could do with the time signature as its hard to work it out some times

### 5/5 — Great App to Play along

*2022-08-14, version 3.3.6*

Love this app.  Lear a few chords, a few strumming patterns and strum along to hundreds of fun songs.  Makes even a beginner sound good. Guitar karaoke!

### 1/5 — Got a new phone. After paying for I year of pro.

*2022-06-20, version 3.3.6*

I paid for pro version a few months ago I recently got a new iPhone, and it says I have to buy it again. I’ve requested help, sent multiple emails in the past month with no reply whatsoever this company does not stand by their app.

### 1/5 — Free version doesn’t work

*2022-06-14*

Downloaded after hearing positive reviews but all I get is unable to load song. I have deleted to app and reinstalled it but still get the same result. Would love to give this ahi if the developers could sort it

### 5/5 — Great app

*2022-05-15, version 3.3.6*

Wonderful app! I’ve been using it for several years and it keeps me very busy always working on songs I actually really want to play! I’ve been playing for many years so just following along (I turn the volume on the app down all the way) and just play and learn new songs on my playlist (about 800 songs I have on my playlist) so I never get bored with what I’m playing. The chord boxes let you know what chords to play and the lyrics are included. You can slow songs down as you are learning them and increase the tempo as you become more comfortable! You are able, on some songs, to transpose to a different key, which I love for singing in a key in my range! It also has a tuner and lots of videos for beginners as well as strumming patterns with each song. I highly recommend this app for anyone, beginner to advanced players!

## Frequently asked questions about FourChords Guitar Songbook

### What is FourChords Guitar Songbook?

FourChords Guitar Songbook is a beginner-friendly app designed to help you learn and play your favorite songs on the guitar. It provides simplified chords, lyrics, backing tracks, and video tutorials, making it easy to get started even without prior knowledge of tabs or sheet music.

### What are the key features of FourChords?

Key features include a vast songbook with over 2000 hit songs broken down into four simple chords, play-along versions with lyrics, backing tracks, video tutorials from Justin Guitar, real-time feedback on your playing, and a built-in tuner. It also offers adjustable tempo and transposition for personalized practice.

### How much does FourChords cost?

The app offers a free trial and is free to download. It operates on a freemium model with in-app purchases, allowing you to access additional songs, features like Pro Chords, and potentially a subscription for full access to the song library and premium content.

### Is FourChords suitable for absolute beginners?

Yes, the app is specifically designed to be beginner-friendly with its Instant Play Method™, simplified chords, and easy-to-follow play-along style. The video tutorials and real-time feedback further assist those new to playing the guitar.

### Can I use FourChords to learn songs beyond pop music?

Absolutely. The app features a diverse music genre library, including Pop, Rock, Classic Rock, Children's Music, Traditional Music, Country, R&B, and Christian Rock, ensuring there are songs for a wide range of musical tastes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.6 — 2019-03-25

Stability and performance improvements

### 3.3.3 — 2019-02-25

Stability and performance improvements

### 3.3.2 — 2019-02-13

Stability and performance improvements

### 3.3.1 — 2019-01-02

Stability and performance improvements

### 3.3.0 — 2018-11-05

Big news for all of our international users: the app now speaks in several languages! The user interface is automatically translated to the language of the device. To begin with, we support English, French, German, Portuguese, Italian  and Spanish. More languages to be added soon!

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