How to Play "Porch" Guitar chords
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Capo 3rd fret
[Intro]
C
[Verse 1]
C
Good dog, good dog where you gonna lie
G
When the screened in sun hits your belly just right?
F C G Am
I'ma ease my comin' home pedal off the floor
F C G
While you bite my tires all the way to the porch
[Verse 2]
C F C
Pretty girl, pretty girl, pick you up at eight
G
What you wanna bet your daddy's gonna say?
F C G Am
Eleven means eleven, not eleven o' four
F C G
Don't wanna see him flicker that light on the porch
[Chorus]
F
Whoa, oh, you can find me
Am
Gettin' lost in a Carolina breeze
F
Whoa, oh, it's where I wanna be
C G
When the sunsets cuttin' through the trees
C G Am7
Swayin' on a swing just talkin' to thе Lord
F C G C F C
Done a lot of good livin' just sittin' on the porch
[Verse 3]
C F C
Cold beer, cold beer chillin' on ice
G
In an old mеtal cooler with a sticker on the side, I
F C G Am7
Got some buddies comin' over for some Coors
F C N.C.
'Bout to be a bunch of cans gettin' crushed on the porch
[Chorus]
F
Whoa, oh, you can find me
Am7
Gettin' lost in a Carolina breeze
F
Whoa, oh, it's where I wanna be
C G
When the sunsets cuttin' through the trees
C G Am7
Swayin' on a swing just talkin' to thе Lord
F C G
Done a lot of good livin' just sittin' on the porch
[Guitar Solo]
F Am7 F G
[Bridge]
C
Little man, little man climb up in my lap
G
Leave your little boots by mine on the mat
F C
One day you're gonna make this big world yours
F C G C
But you'll always have a spot by your daddy on the porch
[Chorus]
F
Whoa, oh, you can find me
Am7
Gettin' lost in a Carolina breeze
F
Whoa, oh, it's where I wanna be
C G
When the sunsets cuttin' through the trees
C G Am7
Swayin' on a swing just talkin' to thе Lord
F C G Am7
Done a lot of good livin' just sittin' on the porch
F C G
My favorite kind of living's just sittin' on the porch
[Outro]
C
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How to play "Porch" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
Capo on 3rd fret
[Intro]
- Play C chord using a down-up strumming pattern, keeping it steady
and relaxed.
[Verse 1]
- C chord: Strum with a steady rhythm, focusing on smooth transitions.
- On "When the screened in sun hits your belly," switch to G.
- Transition back to F to C, then G.
- Repeat the sequence, emphasizing the rhythm and smooth changes.
[Verse 2]
- C to F, then back to C: Use a down-up strumming pattern.
- On "What you wanna bet your daddy's gonna say?" switch to G.
- Transition to F to C, then G to Am.
- End the verse on F to C, transitioning back to G.
[Chorus]
- F to Am: Use a down-up strumming pattern, emphasizing the first beat
of each measure.
- On "Gettin' lost in a Carolina breeze," transition to C to G.
- For "Swayin' on a swing just talkin' to the Lord," play C to G, then
Am7.
- End the chorus on F to C, transitioning back to G.
[Verse 3]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the previous verses.
- Focus on smooth transitions and maintaining the rhythm.
- On "Bout to be a bunch of cans gettin' crushed on the porch," switch
to F to C, then G.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize dynamics and key lyrics for emotional impact.
[Guitar Solo]
- Play F to Am7, then F to G.
- Maintain a steady strumming pattern, focusing on smooth transitions.
[Bridge]
- C chord: Strum with a steady rhythm, focusing on smooth transitions.
- On "Leave your little boots by mine on the mat," switch to G.
- Transition to F to C, then G.
- End the bridge on F to C, transitioning back to G.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize the changes in dynamics and key lyrics.
- On "My favorite kind of living's just sittin' on the porch," play C
to G, then Am7.
- End the chorus on F to C, transitioning back to G.
[Outro]
- Play C chord, letting the final chord ring out, creating a relaxed
ending.
[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:]
"Porch" by Scotty McCreery captures the simple pleasures and cherished
moments spent on the porch. The lyrics reflect on family, relaxation,
and enjoying life's small joys. Scotty McCreery, a country music artist,
rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2011. His music often
explores themes of love, family, and personal experiences, resonating
with fans through heartfelt storytelling and relatable themes.