The Best Day chords - George Strait ♬ How to Play

The Best Day chords

[Intro]
G*   B7*   C*   D*
 
[Verse 1]
   G                C
We loaded up my old station wagon
       D                   G
With a tent, a Coleman and sleepin' bags.
                      C
Some fishin' poles, a cooler of Cokes,
D                    G
Three days before we had to be back.
 
[Pre-chorus 1]
            C                       D
When you're seven you're in seventh heaven
                  G
When you're goin' campin' in the wild outdoors.
      C
As we turned off on that old dirt road
   D
He looked at me and swore...
 
[Chorus 1]
G         D            Am              C

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Dad, this could be the best day of my life.
          D                                     G             D
I've been dreamin' day and night about the fun we'll have.
     G      G7                  C             A7
Just me and you doin' what I've always wanted to.
        C
I'm the luckiest boy alive,
            D              G     B7    C     D
This is the best day of my life.
 
[Verse 2]
    G                  C
His fifteenth birthday rolled around,
D             G
 Classic cars were his thing.
                                C
When I pulled in the drive with that old Vette
  D                      G
I thought that boy would go insane.
 
[Pre-chorus 2]
            C
When you're in your teens
     D              G
Your dreams revolve around four spinnin' wheels.
          C
We worked nights on end 'till it was new again,
          D
And as he sat behind the wheel he said,
 
[Chorus 2]
G         D            Am              C
Dad, this could be the best day of my life.
          D                                     G         D
I've been dreamin' day and night about the fun we've had.
     G      G7                  C             A7
Just me and you doin' what I've always wanted to.
        C
I'm the luckiest boy alive,
            D              G     G   G/A  G/B
This is the best day of my life.
 
[Bridge]
C                    G/B
Standin' in a little room
            D                     G
Back of the church with our tuxes on,
C                G/B
Lookin' at him I say,
          D
I can't believe, son that you're grown.
 
[Chorus 3]
 
He said
G*        D*           Am*            C*
Dad, this could be the best day of my life.
          D*               D*              G*      D*
I've been dreamin' day and night of bein' like you.
         G      G7            C                A7
Now it's me and her, watchin' you and mom I've learned,
        C
I'm the luckiest man alive,
            D              G
This is the best day of my life.
        C
I'm the luckiest man alive,
            D*               G   B7   C   D   G*
This is the best day of my life.






How to play "The Best Day" by George Strait on guitar

Intro:
Chords: G*, B7*, C*, and D*
Use a soft down-up strumming pattern to create a thoughtful mood.
Maintain seamless transitions between chords.

Verse 1 includes the following chords: G, C, D, G, G, C, D, G.
- Strumming: Continue the down-up pattern. Use down strums on the
beat to maintain a consistent rhythm.
- Nuances: Concentrate on the transitions from G to C and C to D.
Practice these transitions to keep the verse flowing smoothly.

Prechorus 1:
- Chords are C, D, G, C, D.
- Strumming: Use the same strumming pattern as the verse. Increase
emphasis on the down strums to highlight the pre-chorus.
- Transitions: Ensure that C, D, and G all transition smoothly.
This maintains the song's emotional intensity.

Chorus One:
Chords: G, D, Am, C, D, G, D, G, G7, C, A7, C, D, G, B7, C, D.
- Strumming: Continue the down-up pattern. Use down strums to
highlight the emotional depth of the chorus.
- Chord transitions should be smooth to ensure a natural flow in the chorus.

Verse 2:
- Chords: G, C, D, G, C, D, G.
- Strumming: Continue the down-up strumming pattern. Maintain the introspective
mood of the song by emphasizing the down strums.
- Smooth chord transitions are essential for maintaining a natural flow in verses.

Pre-chorus #2:
- Chords are C, D, G, C, D.
- Strumming: Use the same strumming pattern as the verse. Increase emphasis
on the down strums to highlight the pre-chorus.

Chorus Two:
Chords: G, D, Am, C, D, G, D, G, G7, C, A7, C, D, G, G, G/A, G/B.
- Strumming: Continue the down-up pattern. Use down strums to highlight the
emotional depth of the chorus.

Bridge chords include C, G/B, D, G, C, G/B, and D.
- Strumming: Begin with a gentler strumming pattern and gradually progress
to the chorus. Concentrate on clarity and precision.

Chorus #3:
- Chords include
G*, D*, Am*, C*, D*, G*, D*, G, G7, C, A7, C, D, G, B7, C, D, G*
- Strumming: Follow the same pattern as before. Use down strums
to bring out the chorus.

Outro:
Chords: G, B7, C, D, G.
- Strumming: Finish with a steady down-up pattern, gradually slowing
down to end the tune.

Tips: - To generate contrast, play the chorus with higher intensity than the verses.
- Practice slowly to become familiar with chord transitions, then gradually
increase pace to match the song's tempo.

Common Mistakes:
- Ensure smooth chord transitions, particularly between G and C and D and G.
- Strumming: Don't rush the strumming pattern. Maintain a constant rhythm
throughout the song.

George Strait's "The Best Day" is a heartfelt ballad about a father and son's
wonderful moments. The words express the essence of beloved memories
and the bond that grows with time.

George Strait, dubbed the "King of Country," has made a huge impact on the genre.
Despite his long career and countless successful songs, he remains
a popular and prominent figure in country music.