Spanish Eyes by Al Martino (original by Bert Kaempfert) is a classic romantic ballad in G major. The chord progression is simple and elegant — G, D, C, and Cm — with the Cm (C minor) lending the song its distinctive Spanish-tinged emotion. Perfect for beginners and great for performing at events.
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Guitar & Piano Playing Tips
The beauty of Spanish Eyes lies in its simplicity. The Cm chord is the key moment — it's a barre chord at the 3rd fret (x32010 open Cm or barre). If you find the barre difficult, try a Capo on the 5th fret and use open Am shapes for Cm. On piano, play the melody in the right hand while the left hand plays simple root-fifth patterns for an authentic lounge sound.
Whether you're practicing on guitar or piano, our online guitar classes and piano lessons at JBX Music cover these exact chord shapes and progressions for all skill levels.
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