"Junior's Farm" by Paul McCartney and Wings is an upbeat rock song with a bluesy edge. The original track is driven by electric guitars with energetic strumming and a groove that propels the song forward.
Chords and Progression
The song uses common open chords: G, F, D, C, Em, Bm, Am. For beginners, F may be challenging as a barre chord; try the easier F major shape (xx3211) if needed. The main sections alternate between G and F, with C and Em added in verses and outros.
Strumming Pattern
A steady, driving strumming pattern works best. Try:
Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up
Keep your wrist loose and accentuate the downbeats. For the chorus and intro, strum more energetically to match the song’s lively feel.
Chord Transitions
Practice moving between G and F, as this occurs frequently. Try to keep your hand close to the fretboard for smoother changes. The jump from F to Em in the verses also requires quick movement—practice slowly, then build speed.
Tips for Beginners
- Play slowly at first, focusing on clean chord changes.
- Use thinner picks for easier strumming.
- Mute unused strings with your palm or fingers to avoid unwanted noise, especially when playing F.
- Listen to the original to match the energetic groove.
With practice, the transitions and rhythm will feel natural, making this a fun song for developing your skills.
IntroG F D G
G F D G
Verse 1G You should have seen me with theC pokerG man
G I had a honey and IC bet aG grand
F Just in the nick of time IEm looked at his hand
G I was talking to anC EskiG mo
G Said he was hoping for aC fall ofG snow
WhenF up popped a sea lionEm ready to go
ChorusLet'sG go let's go let's go let's go
F Down to junior's farm where IG want to lay low
G Low life high life oh let's go
F Take me down to junior'sG farm
InstrumentalG F G
G F G
Verse 2G At the Houses ofC ParliaG ment
G Ev'rybody's talking 'bout theC PresiG dent
WeF all chip in for aEm bag of cement
G Ollie Hardy should haveC had moreG sense
G He bought a gee-gee and heC jumped theG fence
F All for the sake of aEm couple of pence
ChorusLet'sG go let's go let's go let's go
F Down to junior's farm where IG want to lay low
G Low life high life oh let's go
F Take me down to junior'sG farm
Let'sG go let's go
F Down to junior's farm where IG want to lay low
G Low life high life oh let's go
F Take me down to junior'sG farm
F Everybody tag aG long
InstrumentalG F D G
G F D G
Verse 3G I took my bag into aC grocer'sG store
G The price is higher than theC time beG fore
F Old man asked meEm why is it more
I saidG you should have seen me with theC pokerG man
G I had a honey and IC bet aG grand
F Just in the nick of time IEm looked at his hand
OutroLet'sG go let's go let's go let's go
F Down to junior's farm where IG want to lay low
G Low life high life oh let's go
F Take me down to junior'sG farm
Let's go let's go
F Down to junior's farm where IG want to lay low
G Low life high life oh let's go
F Take me down to junior'sG farm
F Everybody tag aG long
F Take me down to junior'sEm farm
Em D Em D C Bm Am
Em D Em D C Bm Am C G