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Brad Paisley Guitar Songs
Learn His Best Country Hits

Welcome to my Brad Paisley guitar songs page, where you can learn to play some of his biggest country hits on acoustic guitar. If you love clever lyrics, fun storytelling, and Paisley’s signature guitar style, you’re in the right place!

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Below, you’ll find free chord sheets, rhythm tips, and video demos for songs like "Whiskey Lullaby," "Ticks," "Online," and more. Need a step-by-step breakdown? Full video tutorials are available for a small fee. Grab your guitar, and let’s start pickin’!

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Alcohol
I'm Gonna Miss Her
I'm Still A Guy
New Again
Online
The Toilet Song
Ticks
We Danced
Whiskey Lullaby
Wrapped Around
You'll Never Leave Harlan Alive

Alcohol - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for 'Time Well Wasted' album featuring the song 'Alcohol' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

Alcohol hails from the 2005 album "Time Well Wasted" and peaked at #4 on the country charts.

The music video featured Little Little Jimmy Dickens putting a lampshade on his head.



Chords And Strumming

I play a capo 2nd fret for this one in standard tuning with a down down up down up - down down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. For chords you'll need an A, D, A/Ab, Gbm, Gbm/E, E, Esus, Bm and a Bm/A but this is no lead in this number.

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Each Brad Paisley song includes a free chord sheet, rhythm tips, and a demo video. For a full, in-depth tutorial, check out the paid video lesson.

A fun, mid-tempo song with a mix of simple strumming and lead fills.

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I'm Gonna Miss Her - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for 'Part II' album featuring the song 'I'm Gonna Miss Her' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

I'm Gonna Miss Her was co-written by Brad Paisley with Frank Rogers and it became his 3rd #1 hit way back in 2002 from his "Part II" album. Rogers and Paisley had written the song while both were students attending Belmont University in Nashville, well before Brad became a country star. Some refer to this as the Brad Paisley fishing song.

Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson and George Strait had all shown some interest in recording the song but Paisley decided to keep if for his second album. Good choice Brad.


Chords And Strumming

For this number I play a drop D tuning and a capo 4th fret. Some lead here with the chords D, D/Gb, G, A, A7, E7, Bm, E, Esus, A/Db, Gb and a Bm/A. For rhythm I play a root up down up - root up down up -  and later a down up down up down up down up pattern.

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One of Paisley’s most recognizable hits, featuring classic country rhythm and chord transitions.

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I'm Still A Guy - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for '5th Gear' album featuring the song 'I'm Still A Guy' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

I'm Still A Guy was co-written by Brad Paisley and was released back in 2008 from the album 5th Gear.

The song hit #1 in the spring of 2008.




Chords And Strumming

You'll need a D, D/Gb, G, Em, A7, A7sus, Bm and an A chord for this number in standard tuning. Some lead also required as you move through a root down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

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A laid-back country song with steady chord progressions and an easygoing groove.

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New Again - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for 'Passion Of The Christ' album featuring the song 'New Again' by Brad Paisley and Sara Evans – Learn to play on guitar.

New Again was a Paisley appearance on this album with Sara Evan back in 2004. The songs were inspired by the film The Passion Of The Christ, which if you remember was written by Mel Gibson.

The song won the GMA Music Award for Special Event Album Of The Year back in 2005.



Chords And Strumming

This one also played in standard tuning with a bit of arpeggio and use a down down up down down up and add in some shuffle strumming where you see fit. Some lead with the chords D, A, Bm, G, A7sus, Gbm, Emm and an A7.

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A beautiful ballad with gentle picking and smooth chord changes.

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Online - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for '5th Gear' album featuring the song 'Online' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

Online had three writers involved including Brad Paisley, Chris Dubois and John Lovelace, who wrote several hits for Paisley. This one is from the 2007 album "5th Gear" and hit #1 on the country charts.

The video for this one also won Video Of The Year and featured some big names including Jason Alexander (George from Seinfeld) who also directed the video. 



Chords And Strumming

For rhythm here I play a down down up down down down up in a chop format and in the ch you can add in some shuffles. Play in standard tuning with the chords G, F, C, D and Em with some lead required.

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A fun, upbeat song with punchy strumming and strong country phrasing.

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The Toilet Song - Learn To Play On Guitar

The Toilet Song I don't believe was ever included on any Kid Rock albums so no image for this one.

Chords And Strumming

This one you can play with a root down up root up down up pattern or play a root down up base up down up pattern in standard tuning. Some lead in this one with the chords Fm, Dm, C, C7, G, G6, Am, Em, A7, D, D7 and an Ab.

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A humorous tune featuring a simple yet catchy chord progression.

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Ticks - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for '5th Gear' album featuring the song 'Ticks' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

Ticks was the first single from the 2007 album "5th Gear" and reached #1 on the country chart and was co-written by Paisley and John Lovelace. 





Chords And Strumming

Another you may consider playing with drop D tuning like I do here and a capo 2nd fret. For rhythm play a steady up and down, then a down down with muted strings, and then a down down up down up. Picking in this one with the chords D, G, A and Bm.

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A clever, energetic country song with a mix of strumming and light picking patterns.

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We Danced - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for 'Who Needs Pictures' album featuring the song 'We Danced' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

We Danced hails from the country singer Brad Paisley debut album entitled "Who Needs Pictures" and was co-written with one of his long time writers Chris Dubois.

The song reached the top of the country charts in 2000 as the 4th and final single from that album.



Chords And Strumming

I play this one with a capo 2nd fret in standard tuning but no pick in this number. You can use a down down up down up down - down up down up down up and repeat as this is more of a slow shuffle with a few riffs blended in as you play. For chords you'll need a G, D, C, C/G, Am and an F.

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A soft, romantic country ballad with slow strumming and heartfelt lyrics.

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Whiskey Lullaby - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for 'Mud On The Tires' album featuring the song 'Whiskey Lullaby' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

Whiskey Lullaby was co-written by Whispering Bill Anderson and Jon Randal and it was a track on the 2004 album "Mud On The Tires" by Brad Paisley and featured Alison Krauss.

Paisley released the song as a single and it reached #3 on the country charts.




Chords And Strumming

The chords here are Bm, G, D, A/Db, A and an Asus with a few riffs throughout. Played in standard tuning with a simple down down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

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A haunting, emotional duet featuring a nice mellow rhythm and a few minor chord changes.

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Wrapped Around - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for 'Part II' album featuring the song 'Wrapped Around' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

Wrapped Around was co-written by Brad Paisley with two other writers for his 2001 album "Part II".  This just missed reaching the top of the country charts back in 2001 by peaking that #2.

The song was also a crossover hit on the Billboard Hot 100 charts reaching #35.

Part of the music video was shot around the Dollywood Theme Park.


Chords And Strumming

Played in drop D tuning with a down up down up down up down up with some walking bass and a bit of picking. Some lead with the chords D, G and C.

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A classic Brad Paisley song with choppy strumming and a fun rhythm.

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You'll Never Leave Harlan Alive - Learn To Play On Guitar

Album cover for 'Part II' album featuring the song 'You'll Never Leave Harlan Alive' by Brad Paisley – Learn to play on guitar.

You'll Never Leave Harlan Alive is a Darrell Scott song and I have that version here on the site.

Brad Paisley covered it for his 2001 album "Part II" and the song appeared on the series "Justified".

Montgomery Gentry, Kathy Mattea and Patty Loveless have versions of the song out there.


Chords And Strumming

This one has a few strums in the beginning and then a root down root up down up rhythm pattern. I play a drop D tuning here and some lead. For chords play a Dm, F, C, G, A+, A7 and D+. 

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A deep, storytelling ballad with minor chords and a slow, soulful feel.

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Brad Paisley’s music blends humor, heart, and incredible guitar work, making his songs fun and rewarding to play. Whether you’re learning the emotional ballad "Whiskey Lullaby", the playful "Ticks", or the classic storytelling of "I'm Gonna Miss Her", you’ll find chords, rhythm tips, and demo videos right here.

If you want to go deeper into the details, check out the full video lessons for a step-by-step breakdown. Happy strumming, and keep the country spirit alive!

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