D
G
A
Bm
Em
She's In Love With The Boy
Trisha Yearwood
About the Song
"She's In Love With the Boy" is a classic country song by Trisha Yearwood, known for its upbeat storytelling and catchy melody. The original version features a bright, country-pop arrangement that translates well to acoustic guitar, making it accessible for beginners."
Guitar Tips and Techniques
Chords:
The song uses open chords: D, G, A, Bm, Em. If Bm is challenging, try a simplified Bm (xx4432) or use a capo to shift to easier chords, but the original key is D.Strumming Pattern:
A simple country strumming pattern works well:
Down, Down-Up, Up-Down-Up (D, D-U, U-D-U).
Keep your strum relaxed and steady. Practice slowly with a metronome to maintain rhythm.Chord Changes:
Many transitions are between D, G, and A. Practice switching between these, focusing on minimizing finger movement. For Bm, pivot your index finger for a clean barre.Techniques:
- Palm-mute slightly on verses for dynamics.
- Let chords ring during choruses to lift the energy.
- For the intro and between sections, play the chord progression as written to set the pace.
Tips for Beginners:
- Slow down tricky changes, especially to and from Bm.
- Play along with the recording to internalize timing.
- Sing or hum the melody as you play for better feel.
Enjoy playing this uplifting country favorite!
Intro
D D G A D D G A
Verse 1D Katie's sittin' on herA old frontG porch,D watchin' the chickens peck theG groundA .
D There ain't a whole lot goin'A on toG night,Bm in thisA one horseG town.
D Over yonderA comin' up theG road,D in a beat up ChevyG truckA .
D Her boyfriend Tommy isA layin' on theG horn,Bm splashing through theA mud and theG muck.
Pre-Chorus 1D Her daddy say's,G he ain't worth aA lick.D When it comes to brains he got theG short end of theA stick.
D But Katie's young and man sheG just don'tA care,D she'd follow Tommy,G anyA where.
ChorusShe's inD love with the boy.G A She's inD love with the boy.G A
She's inD love with the boy.G A AndEm even if theyG have to run aA way,
She's gonnaG marry thatA boy someD day.D G A D G A
Verse 2D Katie and Tommy at theA drive inG movie,D parked in the very lastG rowA .
D They're too busy holdingA on to one aG nother,Bm to evenA care about theG show.
D Later on outside theA TastyG Freeze,D Tommy slips something on herG handA .
D He says my high school ring willA have toG do, 'Bm til I canA buy a weddingG band.
Pre-Chorus 2D Her daddy say's,G he ain't worth aA lick.D When it comes to brains he got theG short end of theA stick.
D But Katie's young and man sheG just don'tA care,D she'd follow Tommy,G anyA where.
ChorusShe's inD love with the boy.G A She's inD love with the boy.G A
She's inD love with the boy.G A AndEm even if theyG have to run aA way,
She's gonnaG marry thatA boy someD day.D G A D G A Em G D D
Verse 3D Her Daddy's waitin up 'tilA half pastG twelve,D when they come sneakin' up theG walkA .
D He says young lady get onA up to yourG room,Bm while me andA junior have aG talk.
BridgeD Momma breaks inG says don't lose your temA per,D it wasn't very long aG goA .
D You yourself was just aG hayseedA plow boy,Bm who didn'tA have a row toG hoe.
Pre-Chorus 3D My daddy said youG wasn't worth aA lick.D When it came to brains you got theG short end of theA stick.
D But he was wrong and HoneyG you areA too.D Katie looks at Tommy likeG I still look atA you.
Final ChorusShe's inD love with the boy.G A She's inD love with the boy.G A
She's inD love with the boy.G A What'sEm meant to be willG always find aA way.
She's inD love with the boy.G A She's inD love with the boy.G A
She's inD love with the boy.G A What'sEm meant to be willG always find aA way.
She's gonnaG marry thatA boy someD day.D G A D G A D