I'm Yvonne (of The Bayou) chords - Hank Williams Chords

I'm Yvonne (of The Bayou) chords

1st verse

       C                                  G7
I'm Yvonne, the sweet-est one on the bay-ou
                                        C
Bake hoe cake good-ness sake, me-oh-my-oh.
                                         G7
You want to row just say so, we'll go bye-bye
                                          C
Ain't no crime to have big time, Iy-iy-iy-iy.



Chorus:

                                         G7
I'm Yvonne, the luck-i-est one in Lu-zan-o,
                                    C
Ho-ly gee, shake a tree, find a man-o.
                                     G7
Man a-live, I got five, could have eight-o,
                                        C
No flat tire, pine -knot fire hot to-ma-to.



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2nd verse

       C                                  G7
Big square dance, much ro-mance in my barn-o
                                      C
Johns they come, ev-ry one much -a charm-o.
                                            G7
Big strong guy, make big eyes, they all fall-o
                                           C
Then big fight half the night, have a brawl-o.


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3rd verse

          C                                 G7
Take a walk, cause much talk, gos-sip spread-in';
                                        C
Guys walk too, Pop he knew, wants a wed-din'.
                                          G7
I won't have it, threw a fit, I'm con-fess-in';
                                                  C
Like 'em 'round best Ive found to keep 'em guess-in'.


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How to play "I'm Yvonne (of The Bayou)" by Hank Williams on guitar:

Chords:
- C major
- G7.

The song has a basic, classic country rhythm that fits the Cajun flavor.
To maintain a constant rhythm, focus on the bass notes of each chord
and use a light, upbeat strumming technique.

Use a simple down-up-down-up strum pattern.
- To create a driving impression, emphasize the chord's bass note on
the first downstroke. For the C chord, emphasize the 5th string,
whereas for G7, emphasize the 6th string.

Verse breakdown:
Begin with the C major chord and strum down on the first beat.
To play, start with a clear bass note on the 5th string and then lightly
strum the higher strings.

- Transition to G7:
Move your fingers rapidly and smoothly. Play the G7 with the same
emphasis on the bass note, but on the sixth string.

- Maintain a consistent rhythm by returning to the C major chord
after each verse line.

Chorus Tips:
- The chorus uses the same chord sequence as the verse, alternating
between C and G7. Maintain the established strumming pattern from
previous verses.

To create a dynamic performance, match your strumming intensity with
the lyrics, emphasizing words like "Yvonne" and "luck-i-est" to reflect
the song's humorous mood.

Common Mistakes:
Newer players typically accelerate the shift from C to G7. Begin by
moving gently between these chords, making sure each note is clearly
heard before increasing the tempo.

- Avoid over-strumming.
Strumming should be light and controlled.
The beat should drive the song without overpowering the singers.

Song Facts:
Song Meaning: "I'm Yvonne (of The Bayou)" is a humorous song that
captures the vibrant culture of Louisiana swamp life. The lyrics depict
Yvonne, a confident and fun-loving bayou woman who attracts the
attention of local males.

Hank Williams is a great country music musician who had a significant
impact on the genre. His songs incorporated classic country, honky-tonk,
and blues, making him one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth
century. His music remains popular due to its emotional depth
and compelling storytelling.