Best Way How to Play Perfect on Ukulele

How to Play Perfect on Ukulele

We’re pretty excited to deliver you this simple ukulele tutorial for “Perfect”. We all know a lot of younger ones absolutely love this stunning ballad. However, we’re sure older ukulele fans will adore it. “Perfect” is a sweet and memorable ballad written and recorded by Ed Sheeran. While the track was included in the singer’s third studio album (Divide) launched in March 2017, it was not issued as a single till September of the same year.

Since the song’s launch, it received overwhelming reception and reached number one in music charts not only within the UK Singles Charts and US Billboard Hot 100 but in lots of other countries as well such as France, Germany, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

“Perfect” is a fantastically written love song that Ed Sheeran dedicated to his girlfriend named Cherry, with whom he got engaged in December 2017. The track has romantic lyrics that appeal to many people, younger and old.

Ed Sheeran – Perfect (Official Music Video)

How Do You Strum Perfect On Ukulele?

Perfect ukulele strumming pattern is D – DU – DU – DU. It’s also possible to try D (down) if the instructed pattern is tough for you.

Chords For Perfect On Ukulele

You’ll play the [G], [Em7], [C], [D] ukulele chords while enjoying Perfect together with your ukulele in the G key, the original tone of the track.

How to Play Perfect on Ukulele chords

Structure

Verse 1:

I found a love for me
Darling just dive right in, and follow my lead
Well I found a girl beauti-ful and sweet
I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Pre-Chorus:

Cause we were just kids when we fell in love
Not knowing what it was, I will not give you up this ti-ime
But darling just kiss me slow, your heart is all I own
And in your eyes you’re holding mine

Chorus:

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark, with you between my arms
Barefoot on the grass, listening to our favorite song
When you said you looked a mess, I whispered underneath my breath
But you heard it, darling you look perfect to-night

Interlude:

Verse 2:

Well I found a woman, stronger than anyone I know
She shares my dreams, I hope that someday I’ll share her home
I found a love, to carry more than just my secrets
To carry love, to carry children of our own

Pre-Chorus:

We are still kids, but we’re so in love, fighting a-gainst all odds
I know that we’ll be alright this ti-ime
Darling just hold my hand, be my girl, I’ll be your man
I see my future in your eyes

Chorus:

Baby, I’m dancing in the dark, with you between my arms
Barefoot on the grass, listening to our favorite song
When I saw you in that dress, looking so beautiful
I don’t de-serve this, darling you look perfect to-night

Interlude:

Chorus:

Baby, I’m d ancing in the d ark, with you between my arms
Barefoot on the grass, listening to our favorite song
I have faith in what I see, now I know I have met an angel
In person, and she looks perfect

Outro:

No I don’t deserve this, you look perfect to-night

How to Play Perfect on Ukulele

Conclusion

Ed Sheeran additionally worked on several different renditions of “Perfect” including an acoustic version and a few remixes. As well, he collaborated with Beyonce to record a duet that was launched in early December of 2017 entitled “Perfect Duet”.

Lastly, he additionally worked with renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli to create a version they called “Perfect Symphony”. This version was issued on December 15, 2017.

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