Move It On Over - Hank Williams | Song Tabs

Move It On Over Hank Williams

Hank Williams’ original “Move It On Over” is a classic country tune from 1947, featuring upbeat rhythms and straightforward chords, making it highly accessible for beginner guitarists.

Chords

The song uses basic open chords: D, D7, G, A, and A7. These shapes are beginner-friendly and appear throughout.

Strumming Pattern

A simple country strum works best. Try: Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up for each measure. Focus on keeping a steady rhythm — country songs often have a bouncy, swung feel. Alternatively, use a boom-chicka (bass-down, up-chick, up) pattern to mimic classic country.

Chord Transitions

Practice switching between D and D7, as well as A and A7. Both transitions involve moving only one finger, so keep your fingers close to the fretboard for smoother changes.

Tips for Beginners

Count four beats per measure, changing chords as shown above the lyrics.
Let the bass note (lowest string of each chord) ring out on the first down strum for a classic sound.
For instrumental sections, play the progression as written, keeping the strum steady.
Sing along or tap your foot to stay in time.

With these tips, you’ll capture the lively, toe-tapping spirit of the original recording!

Intro

A A D A⁷ D

Verse 1

D Came in last night at a half past ten that baby of mine wouldn'tD⁷ let me in

SoG move it on over(move it on over).D Move it on over(move it on over).

MoveA⁷ over little dog cause theA big dog'sA⁷ movin'D in.

Verse 2

D She's changed the lock on our front door my door key don'tD⁷ fit no more

SoG get it on over(move it on over).D Scoot it on over(move it on over).

MoveA⁷ over skinny dog cause theA fat dog'sA⁷ movin'D in.

Verse 3

D This dog house here is mighty small but it's better thanD⁷ no house at all

SoG ease it on over(move it on over).D Drag it on over(move it on over).

MoveA⁷ over old dog cause aA new dog'sA⁷ movin'D in.

Instrumental

D D⁷ G D A⁷ A D

Verse 4

D She told me not, to play around but I done let theD⁷ deal go down

SoG pack it on over(move it on over).D Tote it on over(move it on over).

MoveA⁷ over nice dog cause aA mad dog'sA⁷ movin'D in.

Verse 5

D She warned me once, she warned me twice, but I don't take noD⁷ one's advice

SoG scratch it on over(move it on over).D Shake it on over(move it on over).

MoveA⁷ over short dog cause aA tall dog'sA⁷ movin'D in.

Instrumental

D D⁷ G D A⁷ A D

Verse 6

D She'll crawl back-to-me, on her knees, I'll be busyD⁷ scratching fleas

SoG slide it on over(move it on over).D Sneak it on over(move it on over).

MoveA⁷ over good dog cause aA mad dog'sA⁷ movin'D in.

Verse 7

D Remember pup, before you whine, that side's yours andD⁷ this side's mine

SoG shove it on over(move it on over).D Sweep it on over(move it on over).

MoveA⁷ over cold dog cause aA hot dog'sA⁷ movin'D in.D A⁷ D

Song Tabs

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Songs with the same chords: A + A7 + D + D7 + G