[Intro]
A
[Verse 1]
A
Jessie's a mechanic, his mother-in-law's a manic
A
His new wife is in a panic, sayin', "When you comin' home?"
D
Danny drives a tractor, left it in the pasture
A
Bosses gettin' madder 'cause he won't pick up the phone
E
Might not be an ivy league Einstein crowd
A N.C.
But when it comes to Friday night, man, we got it figured out
[Chorus]
D C D C
When the long weeks' pay checks are cashed
A
Where we gonna spend it, buddy, you ain't gotta ask
D C D C
When the neon lights are kickin' on
A
All of us are headin' to a homе away from home
E
We don't look like much but wе're pretty damn smart
A N.C. A
For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
[Verse 2]
A
Bobby's gotta cousin that says he's good for nothin'
A
Always makin' fun of him 'cause he doesn't own a suit
D
Freddy's ex-lady, got a new Mercedes
A
From the judge she's datin' down in Baton Rouge
E
He's the book smart, no dark bull shootin' kind
A N.C.
That's why she shows back up every other Friday night
[Chorus]
D C D C
When the long weeks' pay checks are cashed
A
Where we gonna spend it, buddy, you ain't gotta ask
D C D C
When the neon lights are kickin' on
A
All of us are headin' to a homе away from home
E
We don't look like much but wе're pretty damn smart
A N.C.
For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
[Guitar & Banjo Solos]
D A D E
[Bridge]
A
When you're raised out here, you are who you are
A
That two-lane road will only get you so far
A
We can pass around cigars, guitars and jars
A
But we can't, we can't, can't pass the bar
[Chorus]
D C D C
When the long weeks' pay checks are cashed
A
Where we gonna spend it, buddy, you ain't gotta ask
D C D C
When the neon lights are kickin' on
A
All of us are headin' to a homе away from home
E
We don't look like much but wе're pretty damn smart
A
For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
A
Just some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
A
Yeah
[Outro]
A
We can't pass the bar
How to play "Can't Pass The Bar" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
[Intro]
- Play the A chord using downstrokes with a steady rhythm.
[Verse 1]
- Strum the A chord consistently, focusing on smooth transitions.
- On "When it comes to Friday night," switch to D, then back to A.
- For "But when it comes to Friday night," emphasize the E chord, then
return to A.
[Chorus]
- D to C, then back to D: Use down-up strumming for an energetic feel.
- Transition to A smoothly, maintaining the down-up strum pattern.
- Emphasize "When the neon lights are kickin' on" with stronger strums
on A.
- For the line "For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar," play E
then A, emphasizing the final chord.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, keep the strumming steady.
- Focus on smooth transitions between A and D, returning to A.
- On "That's why she shows back up every other Friday night," switch to
E, then back to A.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize dynamics, using louder strums on key lyrics.
[Guitar & Banjo Solos]
- Play D, then A, then D, and finally E.
- Maintain a steady strumming pattern, focusing on smooth transitions.
[Bridge]
- Strum the A chord consistently, with a slight pause before repeating
the chord.
- Emphasize the lyrics with slightly louder strums.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize changes in dynamics and key lyrics for emotional impact.
[Outro]
- Play the A chord with a steady rhythm, letting the final chord ring
out.
[General Tips:]
- Tune: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Strumming: Use a down-up pattern for a relaxed feel.
- Transitions: Practice moving between chords smoothly.
- Dynamics: Emphasize key lyrics with louder strums for emotional
impact.
[Common mistakes:]
- Rushing the strumming pattern: Keep a steady tempo.
- Choppy transitions: Practice shifting between chords to avoid breaks.
- Not emphasizing dynamics: Use louder strums on key lyrics to enhance
the song's feel.
[Song Facts:]
"Can't Pass The Bar" by Scotty McCreery captures the essence of small-town
life and the camaraderie of friends. The lyrics reflect on the simplicity
and joy of spending time together at their favorite hangout, despite not
having high-status jobs or qualifications. Scotty McCreery, a prominent
country artist, rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2011. His
music often highlights themes of love, friendship, and personal experiences,
connecting with fans through relatable storytelling.
[Intro]
A
[Verse 1]
A
Jessie's a mechanic, his mother-in-law's a manic
A
His new wife is in a panic, sayin', "When you comin' home?"
D
Danny drives a tractor, left it in the pasture
A
Bosses gettin' madder 'cause he won't pick up the phone
E
Might not be an ivy league Einstein crowd
A N.C.
But when it comes to Friday night, man, we got it figured out
[Chorus]
D C D C
When the long weeks' pay checks are cashed
A
Where we gonna spend it, buddy, you ain't gotta ask
D C D C
When the neon lights are kickin' on
A
All of us are headin' to a homе away from home
E
We don't look like much but wе're pretty damn smart
A N.C. A
For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
[Verse 2]
A
Bobby's gotta cousin that says he's good for nothin'
A
Always makin' fun of him 'cause he doesn't own a suit
D
Freddy's ex-lady, got a new Mercedes
A
From the judge she's datin' down in Baton Rouge
E
He's the book smart, no dark bull shootin' kind
A N.C.
That's why she shows back up every other Friday night
[Chorus]
D C D C
When the long weeks' pay checks are cashed
A
Where we gonna spend it, buddy, you ain't gotta ask
D C D C
When the neon lights are kickin' on
A
All of us are headin' to a homе away from home
E
We don't look like much but wе're pretty damn smart
A N.C.
For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
[Guitar & Banjo Solos]
D A D E
[Bridge]
A
When you're raised out here, you are who you are
A
That two-lane road will only get you so far
A
We can pass around cigars, guitars and jars
A
But we can't, we can't, can't pass the bar
[Chorus]
D C D C
When the long weeks' pay checks are cashed
A
Where we gonna spend it, buddy, you ain't gotta ask
D C D C
When the neon lights are kickin' on
A
All of us are headin' to a homе away from home
E
We don't look like much but wе're pretty damn smart
A
For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
A
Just some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar
A
Yeah
[Outro]
A
We can't pass the bar
How to play "Can't Pass The Bar" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
[Intro]
- Play the A chord using downstrokes with a steady rhythm.
[Verse 1]
- Strum the A chord consistently, focusing on smooth transitions.
- On "When it comes to Friday night," switch to D, then back to A.
- For "But when it comes to Friday night," emphasize the E chord, then
return to A.
[Chorus]
- D to C, then back to D: Use down-up strumming for an energetic feel.
- Transition to A smoothly, maintaining the down-up strum pattern.
- Emphasize "When the neon lights are kickin' on" with stronger strums
on A.
- For the line "For some good ol' boys that can't pass the bar," play E
then A, emphasizing the final chord.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, keep the strumming steady.
- Focus on smooth transitions between A and D, returning to A.
- On "That's why she shows back up every other Friday night," switch to
E, then back to A.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize dynamics, using louder strums on key lyrics.
[Guitar & Banjo Solos]
- Play D, then A, then D, and finally E.
- Maintain a steady strumming pattern, focusing on smooth transitions.
[Bridge]
- Strum the A chord consistently, with a slight pause before repeating
the chord.
- Emphasize the lyrics with slightly louder strums.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize changes in dynamics and key lyrics for emotional impact.
[Outro]
- Play the A chord with a steady rhythm, letting the final chord ring
out.
[General Tips:]
- Tune: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Strumming: Use a down-up pattern for a relaxed feel.
- Transitions: Practice moving between chords smoothly.
- Dynamics: Emphasize key lyrics with louder strums for emotional
impact.
[Common mistakes:]
- Rushing the strumming pattern: Keep a steady tempo.
- Choppy transitions: Practice shifting between chords to avoid breaks.
- Not emphasizing dynamics: Use louder strums on key lyrics to enhance
the song's feel.
[Song Facts:]
"Can't Pass The Bar" by Scotty McCreery captures the essence of small-town
life and the camaraderie of friends. The lyrics reflect on the simplicity
and joy of spending time together at their favorite hangout, despite not
having high-status jobs or qualifications. Scotty McCreery, a prominent
country artist, rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2011. His
music often highlights themes of love, friendship, and personal experiences,
connecting with fans through relatable storytelling.