I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas Ukulele Chords in Spanish

How to Say “I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas” Ukulele Chords in Spanish

Introduction

The holiday season is full of joy, laughter, and beautiful music. If you love playing the ukulele and want to add some Spanish flair to your repertoire, learning the chords to “I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas” in Spanish is a great choice. In this article, we will guide you through the process of playing this catchy tune on your ukulele in Spanish.

The Spanish Chords

To play “I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas” on the ukulele in Spanish, you will need to familiarize yourself with a few basic chords. Below are the chords you’ll need:

G Major (Sol Mayor)
D7 (Re7)
C Major (Do Mayor)
Am (La menor)

Ensure you are comfortable with these chords before proceeding.

The Chord Progression

Now that you know the Spanish chords, let’s take a look at the chord progression for “I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas” in Spanish:


[G]Necesito un hipopótamo en Navidad
Para que me haga compañía y pueda jugar
[D7]No quiero un dinosaurio ni un patinete
[C]Solo un hipopótamo me haría muy [G]feliz

[G]Un hipopótamo de verdad, eso es lo mejor
No quiero un tigre ni un oso panda, qué horror
[D7]Solo un hipopótamo me haría tan feliz
[C]Necesito un hipopótamo para [G]mí

Playing the Song

Start by strumming the G Major chord four times, then switch to D7 and strum it twice. Continue with the C Major chord, strumming it four times. Finally, play the Am chord once. This completes the first verse. For the second verse, follow the same pattern: G Major for four strums, D7 for two strums, C Major for four strums, and Am for one strum. Repeat this chord progression for the remaining verses.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve learned how to play “I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas” on the ukulele using Spanish chords. Remember to practice regularly to improve your skills and fluency. This festive and catchy tune will surely bring joy to any audience during the holiday season. Now go grab your ukulele, spread the holiday cheer, and enjoy playing this beloved song in Spanish! ¡Felices fiestas! (Happy holidays!) Remember, music is a universal language, and by adding Spanish chords to your repertoire, you can make your ukulele playing even more diverse and exciting. So keep exploring and experimenting with new songs and chords in different languages. ¡Buena suerte! (Good luck!)

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