Today’s lesson focuses on “Lucky Man” by The Verve — a chilled, emotional track from their 1997 album Urban Hymns. It’s a great one for improvers, with steady strumming, rich open chords, and a flowing rhythm that’s perfect for building confidence and control.
We’ll start by breaking down the chords, then look at the two main strumming patterns that run throughout the verses and choruses, plus the progression in the bridge section. Nothing too complex — just a solid, rewarding song to add to your setlist.
For those looking to deepen their rhythm playing we take a look at the accents in each rhythm.
Chord diagrams and rhythm charts are included to support your learning, and there’s also a link to the full video lesson on YouTube.
Tune up, get set, and let’s play “Lucky Man.”
Time Signature: 4/4
Key: G
THE SONG
Chords:
Intro | Verse | Chorus Chord Sequence and Rhythms:
The above rhythm and chords play throughout all the sections mentioned.
> = Accent (put a bit more pressure into your strum on these beats). o = Play the open string on the up-strums as you change chord
Pre- ch:
play following chords x2
Song Structure:
INTRO | VERSE 1 | PRE-CHORUS | CHORUS | VERSE 2 | PRE-CHORUS | CHORUS | INSTRUMENTAL | VERSE TO FADE |
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🎸FULL SONG PLAY THROUGH⤵️