Song Tabs

 The original "I Love" by Tom T. Hall is a classic country song with a gentle, laid-back feel, reflecting simple joys in life. Its charm lies in its simplicity, making it accessible for beginner guitarists.

Chords

You only need a handful of open chords: G, C, D7 for Verses 1 and 2, and A, D, E7, E for Verse 3.

Practice switching between G, C, and D7 slowly, as these are common chord transitions in country music. For Verse 3, the transitions are between A, D, and E7, which are also beginner-friendly.

Strumming Pattern

A relaxed, steady country strum works best. Try a simple down-down-up-up-down-up pattern (D-D-U-U-D-U) for each measure. Keep it gentle and even, matching the song’s mellow mood.

If that feels tricky, use all downstrokes, focusing on staying in rhythm.

Tips for Beginners

**- For chord transitions, especially G to C and C to D7, start slowly and use a metronome.

• Verse 3 modulates up a whole step (from G to A), but the shapes remain simple.
• Listen to the original to get a feel for the tempo and strum.
• Try humming or singing along to help with timing.**

With practice, you’ll capture the warm, easygoing spirit of the song. Enjoy!