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People Are Crazy Billy Currington

 "People Are Crazy" by Billy Currington is a laid-back country song known for its storytelling and easy groove. The original version features acoustic guitar as the backbone, making it approachable for beginners and a great song for singalongs or casual jams.

How to Play on Guitar

Start with these chords: C, Cadd9, G, Am, F, Em, Dm. All are common open chords, though Cadd9 may be new for some beginners. Practice switching between C and Cadd9 by simply adding your pinky to the third fret of the B string while holding the C shape.

Strumming Pattern:
A simple pattern such as down, down-up, up-down-up works well. Keep your strum relaxed and steady to match the conversational, easy-going feel of the song.

Chord Transitions:
Most changes happen at the end of each lyric line. Practice moving from C to G and G to Am, as these are frequent transitions. For the F chord, if the barre shape is difficult, use the easier "mini F" (xx3211).

Techniques & Tips:

  • Use light palm muting for a subtle country feel.
  • Emphasize the root note of each chord on the first strum.
  • For the outro, let the final C ring out to close the song.

With practice, focus on smooth chord changes and keeping your rhythm steady. This song is perfect for practicing your timing while singing along.

EADGBE C
EADGBEX Cadd9
EADGBE G
EADGBEX Am
EADGBE F
EADGBE Em
EADGBEXX Dm
Intro
C Cadd9 C G C
Verse 1
C This old man and me,G were at the bar and we,Am
Were having us some beers and,F swappin' I don't cares.C
Talkin' politics,G blonde and red-head chicks,Am
Old dogs and new tricks and,F habits we ain't kicked.C
Verse 2
C We talked about God's grace,G and all the hell we raised.Am
Then I heard the ol' manF say:C
God is great, beer isG good, and people are craC zy.
Interlude
C Cadd9 C G C
Verse 3
C He said "I fought two wars,G been married and divorced."Am
What brings you to Ohio?F He said "Damned if I know."C
We talked an hour or two,G 'bout every girl we knew.Am
What all we put 'em through,F like two old boys'll do.C
Verse 4
C We pondered life and death,G he lit a cigarette.Am
He said "These damn things will kill me,F yet."C
But God is great, beer isG good, and people are craC zy.
Bridge
F Last call it's two a.m.,Em I said goodbye to him.Dm
I never talked, to him aG gain.
Verse 5
C Then one sunny day,G I saw the old man's face.Am
Front page obituary,F he was a millionaire he,C
He left his fortune to,G some guy he barely knew.Am
His kids were mad as hell.F But me, I'm doin' well.C
Verse 6
C And I dropped by today,G to just say thanks and pray.Am
And I left a six-pack, right there on hisF grave. And I said,C
God is great, beer isG good, and people areC crazy.G F C
Outro
C God is great, beer isG good, and people are craAm zy.G F C
God is great, beer isG good, and people are craC zy.
Ending
C Cadd9 C G C