Ukulele D7 chord diagram
D7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 427 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play D7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play D7, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string, C string, and E string fret 2. Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and C string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on D7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from D7 to Bm7, using on the A string, use your pinky, on the G string, use your middle finger, on the C string, use your middle finger, and on the E string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F# - A - C
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Dominant 7 — blues and funk tone
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play D7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele D7 chord diagram2-2-2-3
Ukulele D7 chord diagram5-6-5-5
Ukulele D7 chord diagram5-2-2-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to D7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. D7 → Bm7 chord transition
To move from D7 to Bm7, follow these steps:
- While playing D7, lift your ring finger from A string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
2. D7 → C#maj7 | D♭maj7 chord transition
To move from D7 to C#maj7 | D♭maj7, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
3. D7 → Dmaj7 chord transition
To move from D7 to Dmaj7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on A string from fret 3 to fret 4.
4. D7 → C chord transition
To move from D7 to C, follow these steps:
- While playing D7, lift your index finger from G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
5. D7 → Eaug chord transition
To move from D7 to Eaug, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
6. D7 → G#aug | A♭aug chord transition
To move from D7 to G#aug | A♭aug, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from D7 across songs on this site.
1. D7 → G chord transition
To move from D7 to G, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 3 to E string fret 3.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D7 use the transition to G at 50.9%. You can practice this transition in 303 different songs.
2. D7 → G7 chord transition
To move from D7 to G7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger on A string from fret 3 to fret 2.
- Place middle finger on C string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D7 use the transition to G7 at 18.1%. You can practice this transition in 155 different songs.
3. D7 → A chord transition
To move from D7 to A, follow these steps:
- While playing D7, lift your ring finger from A string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D7 use the transition to A at 5.1%. You can practice this transition in 31 different songs.
4. D7 → A7 chord transition
To move from D7 to A7, follow these steps:
- While playing D7, lift your ring finger from A string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 1.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D7 use the transition to A7 at 3%. You can practice this transition in 23 different songs.
Songs Using D7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the D7 chord, perfect for practice.
Songs in Original Key of D7
Frequently Asked Questions
Is D7 easy to play on Ukulele?
Ukulele D7 is generally intermediate. It spans 2 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play D7?
There is a simpler alternative for D7 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 5-2-2-3. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from D7 on Ukulele?
Ukulele D7 commonly moves to G and G7. Based on our catalog data, D7 to G is recorded 2,108 times, appears in 303 songs, and represents 50.9% of outgoing D7 transitions. D7 to G7 is recorded 749 times, appears in 155 songs, and represents 18.1%.
What songs use the D7 chord?
Country Joe and the Fish - I Feel Like I’m Fixing to Die Rag Ukulele Chords is one of 8 songs that use the D7 chord.