Family Tradition chords - Hank Williams Chords
How to Play "Family Tradition" Guitar chords
[Verse 1] E Country music singers, A Have always been a real close family, B But Lately some of my kinfolk, E Have disowned a few others and me, A I guess it's because, I kinda changed my direction, B E Lord I guess I went and broke their family tradition, They get on me and wanna' know Hank, [Chorus] E Why do ya drink?, A Hank why do you roll smoke?, B E And why must you live out the songs that you wrote?, A Over and over every body met my prediction,B E If I get stoned I'm just carrying on an old family tradition [Verse 2] E A I am very proud, of my daddy's name, B E Although his kind of music and mine ain't exactly the same, A Stop and think it over, put yourself in my position, B E If I get stoned and sing all night long it's a family tradition, So don't ask me Hank, [Chorus] E Why do ya drink?, A Hank why do you roll smoke?, B E And why must you live out the songs that you wrote?, A Over and over every body met my prediction, B E If I get stoned I'm just carrying on an old family tradition [Verse 3] A Lordy I have loved some ladies, and I have loved Jim Beam, B E And they both tried to kill me, in 1973, A When that doctor asked me, son how'd ya get in this position?, B E I said a hey sawbones I'm just a carrying on and ol' family tradition, So don't ask me Hank, [Chorus] E Why do ya drink?, A Hank why do you roll smoke?, B E And why must you live out the songs that you wrote?, A Over and over every body met my prediction, B E If I get stoned I'm just carrying on an old family tradition How to play "Family Tradition" on guitar [Verse 1.] Chords: E,A,B Begin with an E major chord. - Position your fingers as follows: index on the first fret of the G string, middle on the second fret of the A string, and ring on the second fret of the D string. strum all strings except the low E. Change to A major chord. - To construct an A, place your index, middle, and ring fingers on the second frets of the D, G, and B strings. Strum all strings, except the low E. To play the B major chord, bar the second fret with your index finger, then put your middle finger on the fourth fret of the D string, ring finger on the fourth fret of the G string, and pinky on the fourth fret of the B string. Strum all strings except for the low E. Playing Style: - Strumming with a consistent down-up pattern. Focus on the first and third beats to maintain a country flavor. - Maintain a reasonable tempo and line your strums with the lyrics for a smooth flow. Chorus: Chords: E, A, B 1. Perform the E, A, and B chord transitions described in the lyric. 2. Use a constant strumming pattern that matches the rhythm of the words. 3. Use slightly harder strums to emphasize the chorus questions ("Why do ya drink?"). Practice transitioning between E, A, and B to guarantee smooth and speedy shifts. Common Mistakes: - Press down firmly on bar chord B to avoid muted strings. - Pay attention to timing; maintaining a consistent rhythm is critical. General tip: Tune your guitar before playing to ensure proper tone. - Use a pick to create a sharp strumming tone. - Begin slowly to learn the chord transitions, then gradually increase pace to match the song's beat. Hank Williams Jr.'s song "Family Tradition" was published in 1979. Hank Jr.'s song addresses criticism of his lifestyle choices, citing his father, Hank Williams, as an influence. The song stresses rebellion and self-identity, which are typical themes in country music. The song was a huge success, boosting Hank Jr.'s profile in the country music industry. Hank Williams Jr. (born Randall Hank Williams in 1949) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. He is the son of Hank Williams, a famed country performer. Hank Jr.'s music combines classic country with rock and blues influences to create his unique style. His unique voice and outspoken demeanor have helped him establish a successful career in music.
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