Our Eternal Classic Ballad “You’re Still the One” – A Beginner’s Guitar Sheet Guide

Hello to all music lovers and guitar hobbyists, and to those thinking of picking up the guitar in the New Year! Are you wondering which guitar sheet music to tackle in 2026? If you read this, you’ll be able to make a choice you won’t regret. Today, we’re looking at Shania Twain’s You’re Still the One, released in 1997—a timeless song that quietly expresses love that endures, no matter how much time passes.

Shania Twain - You're Still The One

This song starts not with flashy or dramatic gestures but with a calm and sincere vibe, as if you’re casually talking to someone close to you. Amid countless challenges and worries, it conveys the simple yet profound message: “We’ve been together all this time, and I still love the same person.” This honesty is what makes it a song that recalls long-term relationships and enduring love.

Musically, the restrained arrangement is remarkable. The melody is simple yet beautiful, paired with soft guitar sounds and gentle drum beats, while Shania Twain’s signature  vocals make it easy to focus on the lyrics.

The official music video also racked up incredible views on YouTube! Uploaded in 2009, it has now surpassed 340 million views.

Guus Dielissen’s Guitar Arrangement of You’re Still the One

You’re Still the One isn’t about the flames of a fleeting love; it’s about love preserved over time and choice. Maybe that’s why it remains a classic, beloved by so many even today.

What if we translate this universally loved, sweet, and beautiful melody into a guitar solo? Today, we’ll explore Guus Dielissen’s acoustic guitar solo arrangement of You’re Still the One. Let’s take a listen!

Guus Dielissen's guitar arrangement of You're Still the One

This arrangement preserves the original melody and harmony while maintaining a perfect balance between the two. The structure differs slightly from the original Intro-Verse-Chorus-Verse-Chorus-Chorus (Closing); here, it skips the intro and goes straight into the verse.

The arpeggios, played with the soft timbre unique to the acoustic guitar, are especially striking. Occasional standout melodies blend gracefully with the overall sound, capturing the emotional essence of the original song. The sheet music includes practical techniques like scordatura and capo, which, if followed carefully, will help you understand the arrangement and begin practicing comfortably.

Scordatura – A New Way to Tune Your Guitar

Scordatura is a technique that changes the standard tuning of the guitar to retune the open strings. It’s mainly used to redesign fingering and resonance and is applied not only to guitar but also classical string instruments across various genres.

<The first four measures from Guus' arrangement>

In Guus’ arrangement, the sheet music indicates a new tuning at the top left: instead of the standard E-A-D-G-B-E, retune to C-G-D-G-A-D. This is very effective—it allows more open strings, reduces difficult hand shifts and barre chords, and lets beginners use simpler fingerings.

The result? Harmonically rich music with surprisingly simple fingerings. For songs like this, where soft arpeggios and melody blending are key, comfort in hand position translates directly to a stable sound. This lets the player perform more comfortably and the listener enjoy a smoother experience.

Using a Capo

Before diving in, check the capo instruction just below the tempo marking: Capo on fret 3. This raises the open strings by a minor third, so C-G-D-G-A-D becomes Eb-Bb-F-Bb-C-F. With this capo setup, you’re ready to play. Because the original key is Eb Major, frequently used notes like Eb and Bb can resonate more fully using open strings. While a professional guitarist could play the piece without these adjustments, Guus’ setup simplifies fingerings, making it more accessible and playable for everyone.

Expanding Guitar Tone

While fingerpicking is the most familiar and basic guitar technique, Guus’ arrangement also uses slides in the middle of the melody, giving it a vocal-like quality. Near the climactic end, harmonics are added to bring fresh tones to the solo, keeping the listener engaged.

Practice Tips: Syncopated Strumming

The strumming is simple, but the accents are slightly ahead or behind the beat, giving a natural swing. First, practice with a metronome, then once comfortable, follow the song’s flow to add expressive timing.

Dynamic Control

Notice that there aren’t many strong hits in this arrangement. The soft touch is maintained throughout, with a slight increase only during the chorus. Controlling right-hand strength is crucial; uniform volume would make the song less appealing. Practice playing softly, then gently raise the melody volume during the chorus, and increase the overall chord dynamics as well. Repeating this will yield a highly expressive performance.

Balancing the Arpeggio

When playing arpeggios, balance the bass and treble strings. Too much bass sounds rough, too much treble overshadows the melody. Keep checking your volume balance to ensure the arpeggio and melody blend harmoniously.

Are you ready to start practicing? If you’re curious about the guitar sheet for this timeless pop ballad, click the link here to view the sheet and begin your practice!

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