Song Tabs

 Sweethearts Of The Rodeo deliver this song with a classic country sound, using bright acoustic guitar and simple, singable melodies. Listening to the original can help you match the feel and tempo, which is moderate and relaxed.

Chords

The entire song uses basic open chords: G, D, Em, and C. These are beginner-friendly and found in many country and folk songs.

Strumming Pattern

A simple and effective strumming pattern is:

Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up
(D D-U U-D-U)

Keep your strumming hand moving steadily; relax your wrist to keep the motion fluid.

Chord Transitions

Focus on smooth transitions between G, C, and D – these are common changes, especially in the chorus. Practice slowly at first, then increase speed as you get comfortable.

For Em, keep your index and middle fingers close together and try moving them as a unit. When switching from G to Em, pivot your fingers for efficiency.

Tips

Count four beats per measure. Most chords change every measure or half-measure; listen for the song’s natural phrasing.

During the intro, strum G four times. Instrumental and outro sections repeat the same chords as the chorus.

Play lightly for verses, and with more emphasis for choruses to capture the song’s dynamic.

Enjoy the storytelling and let your playing support the lyrics.