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If you’re after the chords for “Sweater Weather” by The Neighbourhood, the live forecast above for Sweater sets the scene. Whether on piano, guitar or ukulele, the song uses a simple progression that can be played without a capo or with capo 3 for a brighter tone.
What are the main chords for “Sweater Weather”?
The core progression is Em, C, G and D (or D/F# for the bass walk). On piano, play these in root position. For guitar, open chords work well; capo 3 shifts the shapes to D, Bm, G and A. Ukulele players can use Am, F, C and G. The “chords no capo” version keeps the original key (E minor), while capo 3 transposes it up to G minor – a popular choice for singing along.
How to play it on different instruments
On piano, the left hand can play single bass notes. Guitarists often use a down-down-up-up-down-up pattern; apps like Guitar Tuna help with tuning. The ukulele arrangement is straightforward: strum steadily and let the chords ring. For a fuller sound, try fingerpicking the arpeggios. The live forecast above for Sweater reminds you to stay inside and practise when it’s chilly.
Do I need a capo for “Sweater Weather”?
No – the original chords (Em, C, G, D) work without a capo. Using capo 3 makes the shapes easier (D, Bm, G, A) and raises the pitch to match many vocal covers.
What’s the strumming pattern?
The classic pattern is down, down, up, up, down, up – repeated slowly. Feel free to simplify to all downstrokes if you’re just starting out on guitar or ukulele.
Can I play it on ukulele?
Yes – use Am, F, C and G (or with capo 3: C, Am, Dm, G). The slow tempo makes it an ideal song for beginners to practise chord changes and strumming.
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