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Michelle Post
Hootie And The Blowfish
The original “Michelle Post” by Hootie and the Blowfish features a laid-back alternative rock sound with clear, ringing guitar chords. The song’s simplicity and steady tempo make it approachable for beginner guitarists.
Chords
You’ll need:
- G major
- C major
- Em (E minor)
- Cmaj7 (C major 7)
- D major (only in one instrumental section)
All these are open chords, ideal for beginners. Practice the Cmaj7, as it’s similar to C but with the first finger removed.
Strumming Pattern
A simple, steady pattern works best:
Down-down-up-up-down-up
Keep your wrist relaxed. Accent the first down strum for emphasis.
Transitions and Techniques
Tips for smoother playing:
- G to C: Pivot your ring finger as an anchor to speed up the transition.
- Em to Cmaj7: Move your middle and ring fingers down one string each, then add your index finger for Cmaj7.
- Practice moving between G, C, and Em slowly, then increase speed.
General Advice
Play along with the recording to get a feel for the tempo and changes. Use a capo if needed to match the original key to your vocal range. Keep chord changes clean and let each chord ring.
Intro
G G C C G Em C C G
G G C C G Em C C G
Verse 1I met a girl just theC otherG day
Em Stopped to talk she had aCmaj7 lot toG say
She told me all aboutC poliG tics
Em She told us some things thatCmaj7 made meG sick
InstrumentalG G C C G Em C C G
Verse 2I don't want justaC call herG up
Em Tell her I love her andCmaj7 tell her howG much
She don't need thatC anyG way
AndEm what she don't need is aCmaj7 biggerG head
ChorusMichelle Post knowsC all aG bout it
Em What she don't want is toCmaj7 talk aG bout it
She got everything thatC she beG lieves in
Em She got something and sheCmaj7 won't letG me in
InstrumentalG G C C G G D Em Em C C G
Verse 3G G C C G I met a girl just theC otherG day
Em Stopped to talk she had aCmaj7 lot toG say
She told me all aboutC poliG tics
Em She told us somethings thatCmaj7 made meG sick
ChorusMichelle Post knowsC all aG bout it
Em What she don't want is toCmaj7 talk aG bout it
She got everything thatC she beG lieves in
Em She got some thing and sheCmaj7 won't letG me in
OutroCmaj7 Won't letG me in
Cmaj7 Won't let meG in
Cmaj7 Woe isG me