Cherokee Boogie chords - Hank Williams Chords

How to Play "Cherokee Boogie" Guitar chords

[Intro]
| D | A | D |
 
[Verse 1]
D
Oh, a Cherokee chief, as he dances along
D
He does a Indian boogie to a white man's song
 
[Chorus]
        G
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        D
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        A7                                      D
Singin' hey ho a lina, oh na nanna, witche na'a hee
 
[Verse 2]
D                                            Dm
Well, he dances over here and he dances over there
       D
And he dances with a squaw, called standing bare
 
[Chorus]
        G

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Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        D
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        A7                                      D
Singin' hey ho a lina, oh na nanna, witche na'a hee
 
[Interlude]
| D | D  | D  | D |
| D | G  | G  | D |
| D | A7 | A7 | D |
 
[Verse 3]
                                  Dm
Well, he dances in a truck and he dances in a walk
       D                       Dm      D
But he keeps on a' shakin' his old tomahawk
 
[Chorus]
        G
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        D
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        A                                       D
Singin' hey ho a lina, oh na nanna, witche na'a hee
 
[Verse 4]
D
Now, he sings a little soft and he sings a little loud
D
And his tom-tom beat song 'Old Blue Cloud'
 
[Chorus]
        G
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        D
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        A7                                      D
Singin' hey ho a lina, oh na nanna, witche na'a hee
 
[Interlude]
| D | D  | D    | D |
| D | G7 | G7 G | D |
| D | A7 | A7   | D |
 
[Verse 5]
D
He's a Cherokee chief, as you all might know
D
When he sings his boogie, sayin' 'Nee-wah-yoo'
 
[Outro]
                 G
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        D
Singin' hey ho a lina, (hey ho a lina)
        A7                                     D
Singin' hey ho a lina, ooh ooh na, witche na'a hee






How to play "Cherokee Boogie" by Hank Williams on guitar

[Intro]
- Begin with a D chord, then move to an A chord before returning to D.
- Establish a rhythmic foundation with consistent downstrokes.

[Verse 1]:
- Play a D chord throughout the verse.
- Keep the rhythm steady with the boogie style.
- Maintain a consistent strumming pattern, emphasizing downbeats.

[Chorus]
- Change to G chord when singing "hey ho a lina."
- After playing the G chord, return to the D chord.
- Use the A7 chord before returning to D to finish the chorus.
- Maintain a bouncing rhythm to reflect the song's upbeat mood.

[Verse 2.]
- Stick with the D chord throughout the majority of the verse.
- Add a Dm chord for a modest change.
- Strumming consistently helps to retain the song's vitality.

[Interlude]
- Repeat the chord progression: D, G, A7, and then back to D.
- Create a dynamic sound by alternating between down and up strums.

[Verse 3.]
- As with previous verses, predominantly use the D chord.
- Include dm in the second part of each line.
- Concentrate on crisp, rhythmic strumming.

[Verse 4]
- Focus on the D chord and emphasize the beat.
- Strumming confidently will help you grasp the spirit of the song.

[Outro]
- Move from D to G, back to D, A7, and finish on D.
- Continue the vigorous strumming pattern till the conclusion.

[General Tip:]
- Tuning: Standard (EADGBE).
- Tone: Use a clean, bright tone with your amplifier or effects pedal.
- Practice: Begin slowly to ensure smooth chord changes, then gradually
increase speed.
- Common Mistakes: Make sure chord transitions are seamless,
particularly from D to G and A7.
- Rhythm: Keep the rhythm continuous throughout the song.

Hank Williams' "Cherokee Boogie" combines conventional boogie-woogie
with Native American themes, creating a lively and rhythmic song. The song 
captures the playful and energetic spirit of a Cherokee chief dancing to
a mix of cultural influences. The lyrics depict dance movements and the
chief's own manner, reflecting a mix of cultural traditions. Hank Williams,
an iconic figure in country music, is known for his contributions to the
genre with a blend of honky-tonk, blues, and folk influences. This song
reflects his ability to infuse humor and energy into his music,
creating a memorable and engaging piece.