Jun 20, 2025
Landslide – A Reflective Ukulele Favorite for Developing Players
How this Fleetwood Mac ballad helps players grow — and why learning to play it on ukulele is a great next step for those expanding their musical journey
Few songs capture the feeling of change and vulnerability like Landslide. Written by Stevie Nicks and released by Fleetwood Mac in 1975, it became one of their most beloved acoustic tracks — often covered by artists across genres for its simplicity and emotional weight.
On ukulele, Landslide becomes even more intimate. With just a few chords and a quiet delivery, it’s a song that allows the player to explore mood, phrasing, and dynamic control — making it a perfect choice for students working on expression and feel.
🏔️ Written in the Mountains, Meant for the Heart
Stevie Nicks wrote the song while in Aspen, Colorado, unsure of her future with music and with her partner, Lindsey Buckingham. That moment of emotional uncertainty turned into one of her most enduring songs — about life, aging, love, and letting go.
“Can I handle the seasons of my life?” — it’s a powerful line, especially when softly sung over the right chords.
🎶 Why It’s Ideal for Ukulele Lessons
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Familiar chord progression (C, G, Am, Em, D)
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Teaches dynamic control and expressive strumming
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Easy to adapt from fingerpicking to simple strums
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Encourages emotional connection while playing
🎸 Looking to grow your skills through songs like this? Explore our Ukulele Lessons at Island Bazaar Ukes in Huntington Beach — whether you're a beginner or developing player, we’ll help you find your voice.
🎯 Playing Tip: Start Simple, Then Soften
Start with basic down-strums until you’re confident with the chords, then shift to a soft fingerpicking pattern (like PIMA or thumb-index) for the verses. Focus on breath between phrases — letting the music speak.
This song is great for practicing control and storytelling — both hallmarks of strong ukulele players.
🔗 Sources
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Stevie Nicks Interview – Vulture
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Ultimate Guitar – Ukulele Tab
