Capo 2nd fret
[Intro]
D G D A
D G D A
[Verse 1]
D
I ain't made in China
G
From all the cheapest parts
D
I ain't one for driving
A
Them imported foreign cars
D
I'm more like American muscle
G
From 1966
D
Yeah, I ain't made in China
A D G D A
I'm American as it gets
[Verse 2]
D
I ain't made by Uyghur kids
G
For pennies on the dollar
D
I'm made in the USA
A
It says so on my collar
D
Tried and true, red, white, and blue
G
My roots run way too thick
D
Yeah, I ain't made in China
A D
'Cause I'm American as it gets
[Chorus]
G
And I'm hat over heart
G
Doing my part to love the flag
D
That drapes over the caskets
Bm A
Of the ones who don't come back
G A
I'm a gun-toting, locked-and-loaded
G
God-fearing son of a bitch
D
Lord knows I ain't made in China
A Bm7
I'm American as it gets
[Bridge]
A
Red-blooded as they come
G
I'll die for being free
Em
I'm proud of where I'm from
[Verse 3]
D
Foreign-made or city-raised
G
I'm proud to say I'm neither
D
And I ain't selling 'em any of mine
A
I ain't buying theirs either
D
If you got something to say about that
G
I couldn't give two shits
D
'Cause I ain't made in China
I'm American as it gets
[Chorus]
G
And I'm hat over heart
G
Doing my part to love the flag
D
That drapes over the caskets
Bm A
Of the ones who don't come back
G A
I'm a gun-toting, locked-and-loaded
G
God-fearing son of a bitch
D
Lord knows I ain't made in China
A Bm7
I'm American as it gets
D
Lord knows I ain't made in China
A
'Cause I'm American as it gets
[Outro]
G A G D
X
"Made In China" by Aaron Lewis is a song that speaks volumes through its chords
and lyrics, reflecting a strong sense of national identity. This Guitar Tutorial
is designed to guide you through the song, emphasizing the pride and statement
it makes. Before you start, place a capo on the 2nd fret of your guitar to match
the original key of the song. The chords involved are D, G, A, and Bm, with a
Bm7 appearing in the chorus to add a touch of emotional depth.
The song kicks off with an Intro that sets the tone:
D G D A
D G D A
This intro sequence is straightforward, laying a solid foundation for the song's
message. It's important to get comfortable transitioning between these chords,
as they form the basis for most of the song.
As you move into the verses, the chord progression remains consistent, but pay
attention to the storytelling through the lyrics:
D
I ain't made in China
G
From all the cheapest parts
D
I ain't one for driving
A
Them imported foreign cars
The chords here support the narrative, emphasizing the pride in being "made in
the USA." The transition from D to G and then A underscores the declarative
statements in the lyrics.
The Chorus introduces Bm and Bm7, offering a deeper emotional resonance:
G
And I'm hat over heart
G
Doing my part to love the flag
D
That drapes over the caskets
The chorus is the emotional climax of the song, where the chords G, D, Bm, A,
and the addition of Bm7, amplify the sentiment of national pride and respect
for those who serve. The dynamics here are key, so let the chords resonate with
the gravity of the lyrics.
The Bridge brings a reflective moment with a progression that includes Em, adding
a layer of introspection:
A
Red-blooded as they come
G
I'll die for being free
This part of the song offers a moment to reflect on the values expressed, with
the chords supporting the solemn vow of freedom and pride.
Throughout "Made In China," the chord progressions and lyrics work together to
convey a strong message of national identity and pride. As you play, focus on
the meaning behind each word and chord, allowing the song to express its full
emotional and patriotic charge. Remember, the power of this song lies not just
in its musical composition but in the message it delivers through each strum
and lyric.
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