David Bowie’s “Space Oddity” is truly a classic that has been celebrated by music lovers and guitar players over generations. The song brings forth a blend of folk rock with an almost psychedelic twist that leaves the listener in an ambience of auditory delight. The guitar composition in this number is a delightful journey for any budding guitar enthusiast. Bowie’s unique chord progressions and strumming patterns sure provide a good test for those perfecting their craft.

The acoustic guitar plays a lead role in this track providing a melodic backbone to the song’s futuristic theme. With a mix of open and barre chords used throughout the song, the composition certainly provides an insight into Bowie’s innovative playing style. “Space Oddity” also offers the challenge of synchronizing the strumming rhythm with the somewhat complex vocal line, a skill essential for aspiring guitarists. Aspiring musicians thinking of delving into the world of David Bowie could certainly make “Space Oddity” a good starting point.

Many great guitar tutorials for Space Oddity can be found on YouTube; here is my favorite:

The song is in the key of C major