[Intro]
| C#m A | E | 2x
[Verse 1]
C#m A E
I remember hearin', "Little Pink Houses"
C#m A E
On the radio in my first truck
C#m A E
Ridin' two lanes of freedom, ain't that a feelin'?
C#m A E
Sixteen and turnin' it up
C#m A E
Passin' tattered, "Old Glory" on a front porch
C#m A E
That song hit me different that day
C#m A
It was four and a half minutes
E C#m A E
All about livin' in nowhere US---A
[Chorus]
C#m A E
Where it's work week money buyin' good, cold beer
C#m A E
And NASCAR runnin' on four Goodyears
C#m A E
Tailgate datin' at the Dairy Queen
C#m A E
That American Mellencamp, small-town dream
C#m A E
Friday night lights from the very top row
C#m A E
And fixer-ups racin' down an old back road
C#m A E
All out chasin' down the same damn thing
C#m A E
That American Mellencamp, small-town dream
[Instrumental]
| C#m A | E | 2x
[Verse 2]
C#m
Oh, yeah, I'm talkin' 'bout a quarterback
A E
Fallin' for a prom queen
C#m A E
Parkin' in a field till the sun comes up
C#m
I'm talkin' 'bout a sweet tea
A E
Sunday afternoon out at Mama's house
C#m A E
Can't forget where I came from (Where I came from)
[Chorus]
C#m A E
Where it's work week money buyin' good, cold beer
C#m A E
And NASCAR runnin' on four Goodyears
C#m A E
Tailgate datin' at the Dairy Queen
C#m A E
That American Mellencamp, small-town dream
C#m A E
Friday night lights from the very top row
C#m A E
And fixer-ups racin' down an old back road
C#m A E
All out chasin' down the same damn thing
C#m A E
That American Mellencamp, small-town dream
[Solo]
| C#m A | E | 2x
[Bridge]
C#m A E
I remember hearin', "Little Pink Houses"
C#m A E
On the radio in my first truck
[Chorus]
C#m A E
Where it's work week money buyin' good, cold beer
C#m A E
And NASCAR runnin' on four Goodyears
C#m A E
Tailgate datin' at the Dairy Queen
C#m A E
That American Mellencamp, small-town dream
C#m A E
Friday night lights from the very top row (Very top row)
C#m A E
And fixer-ups racin' down an old back road (Old back road)
C#m A E
All out chasin' down the same damn thing (Same damn thing)
C#m A E
That American Mellencamp, small-town dream
C#m A E
That American Mellencamp, small-town dream
How to play "American Mellencamp" on guitar by Tyler Hubbard
Guitar Tutorial:
[Intro]
The intro sets an evocative tone with the following progression:
| C#m A | E | 2x
Chords used:
C#m: x46654
A major: x02220
E major: 022100
Strum each chord in a rhythmic, flowing pattern to build up the atmosphere.
[Verse 1]
The verse maintains the same chord progression:
C#m A E
"I remember hearin', 'Little Pink Houses'"
Focus on a smooth transition between chords to keep the narrative engaging.
Use a consistent strumming pattern that complements the storytelling of the lyrics.
[Chorus]
The chorus brings an anthemic feel to the progression:
C#m A E
"Where it's work week money buyin' good, cold beer"
Increase the intensity of your strumming here to match the uplifting and
patriotic theme of the chorus. This part should feel more robust and full.
[Instrumental]
The instrumental section repeats the intro's chord pattern:
| C#m A | E | 2x
Here, you can experiment with dynamics, possibly integrating fills or a
light solo over the progression to add musical interest.
[Bridge]
The bridge revisits the opening lines but with a reflective tone:
C#m A E
"I remember hearin', 'Little Pink Houses'"
Maintain the same chord progression but perhaps play it with a softer,
more introspective approach.
General Tips:
- Ensure your guitar is well-tuned to capture the sharpness of the C#m chord.
- Practice the transitions between these barre chords smoothly, as they are
crucial for maintaining the flow of the song.
- Pay attention to the dynamics, particularly how they change between the
verses, chorus, and bridge to effectively convey the song's emotions.
Common Mistakes:
- Not adjusting strumming intensity between different parts of the song,
which can lead to a monotonous sound.
- Losing the rhythm due to the quick changes between barre chords.
Lyrics Meaning:
"American Mellencamp" by Tyler Hubbard is a nostalgic and celebratory song
that pays homage to the small-town American life, evoking imagery and
sentiments from John Mellencamp's music, which has traditionally celebrated
rural America and its values.
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