CAPO: 3rd FRET
INTRO:
C F
Ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
C G
Monday to Friday, Friday to Sunday, sun up 'til sundown
VERSE:
C F C
Yeah, well high school graduation came. somehow they let me pass
G
Told me to go off to college, but man, I wasn't doin' that
C F
So I loaded up this guitar, put on some boots, and hit the road
C G C Am G F
To chase that dream to play and sing down there on music row
VERSE:
C F
Well next thing I know, couple songs I wrote got me a record deal
C G
And they put 'em out, and sent me out to see how it made the people feel
C F
Yeah, me and my band hopped in a van to go play some college shows
C G
And that's why we're here, so let's drink a beer, 'cause there's one thing that I know
CHORUS:
C F
Ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
C G
Monday to Friday, Friday to Sunday, sun up 'til sundown
C F
If you're lookin' for a good time, you know where one can be found
C G C C Am G F
'Cause ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
VERSE:
C F
And I guess in my own way, I'm gettin' my college degree
C G
Except I don't go to class, and well, my drinks from the bar are free
C
But damn, it's fun to be this young
F
Spendin' Friday night like this
C G
So y'all raise 'em up 'cause we're in luck, it's as good as it gets
CHORUS:
C F
Ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
C G
Monday to Friday, Friday to Sunday, sun up 'til sundown
C F
If you're lookin' for a good time, you know where one can be found
C G G G Am G F
'Cause ain't nobody party like they do in a college tow-ow-own
INSTRUMENTAL/SOLO:
C F Am G F C F
VERSE:
C F
Well now you know how the story goes, how we got here to play
C G
So we'll keep crankin' out these country songs 'til they kick us off the stage
CHORUS:
C F
Ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
C G
Monday to Friday, Friday to Sunday, sun up 'til sundown
C F
If you're lookin' for a good time, you know where one can be found
C G C
'Cause ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
C Am G F
So y'all, let's have a good time 'til they clo-ose this place down
C G
Ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
CHORUS:
C F
Ain't nobody party like they do in a college town
C C C C Am G F C
How to play "College Town" by Smith Conner on guitar
- **Capo Placement:**
Place the capo on the 3rd fret to match the song's key.
- **Chords Used:**
C, F, G, Am
- **Chord Shapes with Capo:**
C: x32010
F: 133211
G: 320003
Am: x02210
- **Intro:**
- Strum C, F, C, G with a down-down-up-up-down-up pattern.
- Repeat the pattern to set the tone.
- **Verse Strumming Pattern:**
- Maintain the same down-down-up-up-down-up pattern.
- C (2 bars), F (1 bar), C (1 bar), G (1 bar).
- Keep a steady, relaxed rhythm to match the lyrics.
- **Verse Transitions:**
- Focus on smooth transitions between C and F.
- Ensure the rhythm remains consistent and flowing.
- **Chorus Dynamics:**
- Increase the intensity slightly.
- Use a down-down-up-up-down-up pattern for C, F, and G.
- Emphasize the downbeats to highlight the emotional peak.
- **Chorus Chord Progression:**
- C (2 bars), F (1 bar), C (1 bar), G (1 bar), C (2 bars), F (1 bar), C (1 bar), G (1 bar).
- **Verse 2 and Chorus:**
- Follow the same patterns as Verse 1 and Chorus 1.
- Maintain the energetic feel of the song.
- **Instrumental/Solo Section:**
- Strum C, F, Am, G, F, C, F with softer dynamics.
- Reflect the introspective nature of the song.
- **Outro:**
- Gradually soften the strumming.
- End with C, G, F, C to create a reflective finish.
- **Common Mistakes:**
- Rushing the transitions between chords.
- Inconsistent strumming patterns.
- Not placing enough emphasis on the downbeats in the chorus.
**Song Facts:**
"College Town" by Smith Conner is an upbeat song celebrating the
energy and fun of college life. The lyrics capture the excitement
of partying in a college town and the carefree spirit of youth.
Smith Conner's lively delivery and relatable themes resonate deeply
with listeners, capturing the essence of good times and unforgettable
nights.