Old Country Music Album Songs
On The Acoustic

You've Got To Stand For Something was the first single release from Aaron Tippin back in 1990 from the album of the same name.

The song peaked at #6 in the US and #13 in Canada. Tippen had two #1 songs in his career and several top 10 hits.

That's What It's Like To Be Lonesome is a country song by Bill Anderson from 1958. It was his first big hit, reaching number 12 on the country music charts. The song was recorded in Nashville and produced by Owen Bradley.

Ray Price also released a version of the song that same year. Anderson's single was put out by Decca Records but wasn't part of an album at first. It stayed on the charts for 17 weeks, helping to launch Anderson's career as a country music artist.

I play this one with a capo on the 3rd fret with drop D tuning so I can add a walking bass line to the chorus, but the walking bass and drop D is not necessary. A short picking riff in the middle while you play a root down up root up down up rhythm pattern with the chords D, G, A A and an E.

Black Rose is one of Billy Joe Shaver's standout tracks, featured on his 1973 album "Old Five and Dimers Like Me." The song was penned by Shaver himself and is an evocative and heartfelt country ballad.

While "Black Rose" did not chart when released as a single, its impact on country fan of Billy Joe Shave is undeniable. It struck a chord with his base who appreciated Shaver's genuine and unvarnished storytelling.

Over the years, "Black Rose" has been covered by various artists, showcasing its enduring appeal and influence. Notable artists like Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash have lent their voices to the song, further cementing its status as a country classic.

I play this one in standard tuning with a down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. No lead but a few riffs with the chords A, D and E.

Bottom Dollar is  a live track by Billy Joe Shaver, featured on his album "Billy Joe Shaver Live From Austin Texas." As a live recording, this song captures the essence of Shaver's performance in an intimate setting. However, I don't have specific information about the song's chart positions or cover versions in my existing database.

"Bottom Dollar" is a testament to Shaver's ability to connect with his audience through his music. Live recordings often bring out the raw and unfiltered emotions in a song, making them a unique and cherished part of an artist's discography.

Play this one with a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern and some lead. Play it in standard tuning with the chords G, G7, C , A7, B7 and D.

Freedom's Child is a significant track by Billy Joe Shaver, featured on his album of the same name, "Freedom's Child" in 2002. The song, written by Shaver himself, showcases his distinct songwriting style and storytelling prowess.

Shaver's signature vocal delivery, paired with his heartfelt storytelling, makes this song a compelling addition to his body of work.

Over the years, "Freedom's Child" has retained its special place in Shaver's catalog, appealing to fans who value the genuine and evocative qualities of country music.

Played with a down strokes rhythm pattern in standard tuning with just a few riffs and the three chords of D, G and A.

Live Forever is a poignant song by Billy Joe Shaver, featured on his 1993 album "Tramp On Your Street." As a songwriter, Shaver poured his heart and soul into this track, and it beautifully embodies his storytelling and lyrical skills.

While "Live Forever" might not have received widespread chart success, it holds a special place in Shaver's body of work, cherished for its genuine and heartfelt lyrics.

Shaver's distinctive vocal delivery, combined with the song's emotional depth, makes it a remarkable addition to his repertoire.

I play this one in standard tuning with a down down up and repeat pattern and then a root down up down up down up and repeat pattern. Play the chords G, C, D and Em.

Sugar Moon was written by Cindy Walker and Bob Wills. He recorded the song with his band The Texas Playboys back in 1947 where it peaked at #1.

Asleep At The Wheel and Willie Nelson also have cover versions out there. 

You'll find this track on a double CD called Bob Wills And His Texas Playboys Collection (or Anthology) 1935-1973 2xCDS.

Played with a standard root down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern, you'll pick a little in this one. Use the chords C, D7, G7, C7 and F in standard tuning.

500 Miles Away From Home is a song that was originally recorded in 1961 by American folk singer Hedy West. However, it was Bobby Bare's recording of the song in 1963 that became the most successful and well-known version

"500 Miles Away from Home" was a hit for Bare, reaching number 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 5 on the country chart. The song has since been covered by numerous artists, including Rosanne Cash and Peter, Paul and Mary.

I play this one in standard tuning with a root down up root up down up rhythm pattern with some lead required. For chords you'll need a G, Em, Am, D, D7, Bm and an A7.

Detroit City was originally written by Danny Dill and Mel Tillis, and was first recorded by Billy Grammer in 1962. However, it was Bobby Bare's recording of the song in 1963 that became the most popular and enduring version.

Bare's version of the song features a country music arrangement with acoustic guitar, pedal steel guitar, and a string section. The production is relatively simple, which allows the focus to remain on the expressive vocals and emotional lyrics.

"Detroit City" was a hit for Bare, reaching number six on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number two on the country chart. The song has since been covered by many other artists, including Tom Jones, Dean Martin, and Dolly Parton.

For chords here you'll need an E, A, B7, E7 and a Gb in standard tuning and with a few riffs. I play a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

Gotta Travel On was a track from Bobby Bare's 1963 album 50 Miles Away From Home. The song was written back in 1927 as an American folk song but under a different name.

The song that was first recorded in 1958 by Billy Grammer, but it was Bobby Bare's version of the song in 1963 that became the most popular and enduring.

"Got a Travel On" was a hit for Bare, reaching number four on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and number one on the country chart. The song has since been covered by many other artists, including Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and the Kingston Trio.

Play a G, C, D and Em in this one in standard tuning with the rhythm pattern root down up down up down up and repeat. Some lead in this number.

Ride Me Down Easy was a #11 hit for Bobby Bare back in 1973. The track is from his album I Hate Goodbyes/Ride Me Down Easy.

The song was written by Billy Joe Shaver and first recorded by him in 1972. However, it was Bobby Bare's version of the song in 1973 that became the most well known.

Bare's version of the song features a sparse country music arrangement with acoustic guitar and pedal steel guitar. The production is relatively simple, which allows the focus to remain on the emotive vocals and poignant lyrics.

Some lead in this one with a root down root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern in standard tuning. For chords play a G, C, Am and a D.

All I Have To Offer You Is Me was a single released in 1969 and peaked at #1 on the US country charts and #3 in Canada.

The song appears on the album "The Best Of Charley Pride".

This one uses Drop D tuning and a root down up root up down up rhythm pattern with a few riffs blended into the chords. This song only has three chords which are D, G and A.

Apartment #9 was never released as a single by Charley Pride when he recorded it in 1967.

Tammy Wynette released a version and had a minor hit.

Charley kept his version on the album "Pride Of Country Music".

The chords you'll need here are C, F, G  and a G7 played in standard tuning. For rhythm play a root up down up root up down up and repeat pattern with some lead work required.

Crystal Chandelier was another surprise to to find that this song was never released as a single.

It appears on Charley Prides 1967 album "The Country Way".

I play this one in standard tuning and blend in a bit of picking while playing the chords D, A, D7, A7 and a G. For rhythm you'll need a root down up root up down up and repeat pattern.

Fifteen Years Ago was recorded by Charley Pride but never released as a single. Conway Twitty had recorded the song in 1970 and had a #1 hit with his version.

Charley Pride released two singles from his 1971 album "From Me To You", but this song was not one of them.

Play a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern with the chords C, G7, G and F while in standard tuning. There is a little bit of lead in this one.

Kiss An Angel Good Morning was a track on the album  "Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs" which was released in 1971. This was not the only single from that album but is was a huge song.

It reach #1 in both Canada and the US and was his only song to cross over onto the Pop charts and reaching #23. George Jones, Conway Twitty and Alan Jackson have all covered this number.

This one only has three chords which are E, A and B7 played in standard tuning. I play a root up down up bass up down up and repeat rhythm pattern with a few riffs blended in and no lead.

Mountain Of Love was another huge song for Charley Pride hitting the top of the charts at #1 in the US and Canada.

The song hails from the album "Charley Sings Everybody's Choice".

This one works well with Drop D tuning and a capo on the 1st fret. The rhythm here is mainly down strokes with a rock n roll kind of vibe with the chords  D, A, G, Gbm, A7sus and A7. Lead work is required for this song.

Standing In My Way is a track from Charley Pride's 2017 album Music In My Heart.

I don't know about you but I find it odd that they would build a music video around this song, but not release it as a single.

I guess the benefits of getting a video play on video channels to promote the album is greater then trying to get airplay on country radio stations for an artist at the time who was in his late 70's. Maybe that's it.

Play this one with drop D tuning and use a down down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. A bit of lead in this one as you play the chords D, G and A7.

The Snakes Crawl At Night was one of the very first singles released by Charley Pride back in 1966. Here is the surprise. The song never charted .

The track can be found on the album "Country Charley Pride".

I play this one in standard tuning with an E and B7 chord and a few riffs blended into the rhythm. Play with a root down up root up down up repeat rhythm pattern.

A Very Special Love Song is a romantic country tune written by Billy Sherrill and Norro Wilson. Charlie Rich recorded it in 1974, and it became one of his biggest hits, reaching number 1 on the country music charts.

It was so good that Rich was nominated for a Grammy award for his performance. Other famous country singers have also recorded this song over the years.

"A Very Special Love Song" helped make Charlie Rich even more famous in country music, and many people still love listening to it today.

I play this one in standard tuning with a few riffs in the rhythm which is a root up down up root up down up and repeat. For chords you'll need a C, Caug, D7, Dm7, G, Em, Am, F, D#, A#, Gm and G7.

Behind Closed Doors is another famous country song recorded by Charlie Rich in 1973. Kenny O'Dell wrote the song, and Billy Sherrill produced it. It became a huge hit, reaching number 1 on both country and pop music charts in the US and other countries.

The song is about the private moments between two people in love, suggesting that what happens in private should stay private. Rich's smooth singing made the song very popular.

"Behind Closed Doors" won Charlie Rich a Grammy Award in 1974. Many other singers have performed this song since then.

It helped make Charlie Rich one of the biggest names in country music at the time. Today, many people still consider it one of the best country songs ever made.

Played with a root down up root up down up repeat rhythm pattern and blend in a few riffs for picking. Use the chords C, F, G, Dm and Em in standard tuning.

Mohair Sam  is a lively song written by Dallas Frazier and first recorded by Charlie Rich in 1965. It became popular, reaching high spots on both pop and country music charts.

The song is about a stylish man named Mohair Sam who wears fancy clothes, drives a nice car, and is liked by many women.

Other famous singers have also performed "Mohair Sam" over the years. The song was part of Rich's album "The Many New Sides of Charlie Rich" and people still enjoy its upbeat sound today.

This one works well with a Drop D tuning arrangement and a down down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. Some lead in this one with the chords D, D7, G, A7 and E7.

Rollin' with the Flow is  a country song written by Jerry Hayes and recorded by Charlie Rich in 1976. It became a big hit, reaching number 1 on the country music charts and doing well on pop charts too.

The song has a positive message about keeping a good attitude and moving forward in life, even when things get tough. It has a lively tune with a catchy guitar part that people remember.

Rich's powerful singing made his version of the song really popular. Over the years, other country singers have performed "Rollin' with the Flow," showing that people still enjoy this upbeat classic country song.

I use a Drop D tuning for this one and a capo on the 3rd fret. Some picking required as you play though the chords D, D7, G, A7, E and E7. Use a root up down up bass up down up pattern here.

The Most Beautiful Girl is a romantic song written by Bill Sherrill, Norris Wilson, and Rory Bourke.

Charlie Rich recorded it in 1973, and it quickly became a huge hit. The song reached number one on both country and pop charts in the US and was popular in the UK too.

Over the years, many other singers have performed "The Most Beautiful Girl," showing how much people still enjoy this classic love song.

I play this one in standard tuning with a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern with a few riffs blended into the strumming. The chords here are G, C, Dm, G7, E, A7, D, Cm, Gm, Gm/Gb, Gm/F, Gm/E and a D7.

Meet Me In Montana was a duet with Marie Osmond back in 1985 and hit #1 in the US and #19 in Canada.

It's from the album Won't Be Blue Anymore. 

My Old Yellow Car was a #9 hit for Dan Seals in both the US and Canada when it was released in 1984.

The track can be found on the album San Antone.

Look What Followed Me Home was one of five singles from the 1994 Thinkin' Problem album from 1994.

It went to #11 on the Hot Country charts that year and was one of four song Ball had co-written with song-writer Tommy Polk for that album.

I play this one lower in a G, C and a D but the original key is a bit higher in an A, D and E. A few riffs in this one with a standard root down up root up down up rhythm pattern.

Riding With Private Malone was a single from the 2001 album Amigo and was David Ball's first top 10 since 1995's release of Look What Followed Me Home back in 1995.

The song managed to hit #2 on the country charts but wasn't written by David Ball himself. Cletus T Judd made a parody of the song later on.

This one is also played with a root down up down up down up rhythm pattern and is very common in country songs.The chords here are an E, A, B7, Gbm, Dbm, B and an Abm.

Thinkin' Problem  was released by David Ball In 1994. Co-written by Ball, Allen Shamblin, and Stuart Ziff, the song served as the lead single and title track for his album of the same name.

The track achieved significant success, reaching number 2 on the Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and claiming the top spot on Canada's RPM country chart. The song's popularity even earned Ball a Grammy Award nomination for Best Male Country Vocal Performance at the 37th Annual Grammy Awards in 1995, along with a nomination for the Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year.

"Thinkin' Problem" is a lively, up-tempo composition featuring electric guitar, pedal steel guitar, and fiddle accents. The lyrics depict a male narrator confessing to a "thinkin' problem," cleverly playing on the term "drinking problem." Despite repeated efforts to move on, the narrator finds himself unable to stop thinking about his former significant other. The song opens with the memorable line, "Yes, I admit, I've got a thinkin' problem".

A bit of picking in this one with the chords G, C, D and D7 in standard tuning. I play a root down up down up root up down up and repeat pattern here.

When The Thought Of You Catches Up With Me was released by David Ball in 1994. This emotional track served as the second single from his album "Thinkin' Problem," also released in August of the same year.

Following the success of the title track, this song also made its mark by reaching number 7 on the Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and securing the 6th position on Canada's RPM country chart.

In the lyrics of the song, Ball captures the essence of longing for a lost love, describing moments when memories resurface, whether it's under the brightness of day or in the quiet of the night. The music video for the song, directed by Chris Rogers, adds a visual dimension to the emotional narrative presented in the lyrics.

A music video was produced to promote the single.

I play this one in standard tuning with a root up down up  and repeat rhythm pattern but no lead work. The chords you'll need here are G, C, D, Bm, Am7, Em, A7, Dsus and a D/Gb.

I Need A Little Time Off For Bad Behaviour was released back in 1987 from his album "A Matter Of Life And Death". If peaked out at #34 in the US.

I play a drop D tuning in this one with a capo on the 3rd fret with the chords D, G, F, A#, C and an A. No lead but a few riffs as you play a root down root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

Jack Daniels If You Please was one of three singles from his 1978 album "Human Emotions".

The song reached #72 on the US country charts.

This one has a drop D tuning with a root down up down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. No lead as you move through the chords D, G, A7, D7 and C.

The Ride is a great story about David Allan Coe the ride hitchhiking and being picked up by Hank Williams Sr. The song is from his 1983 album "Castles In The Sand" and reached #4 in the US and #2 in Canada. 

The album version leaves off the final spoken verse compared to the single release. Hank Williams Jr recorded this song before David Allan Coe and Tim McGraw also has a version.

I play a capo 3rd fret for this one with a few picking riffs with the chords G, D, A, C and E. For rhythm play a down down up down down up and repeat pattern.

Two More Bottles Of Wine was never released as a single by Delbert McClinton from his 1975 album Victim Of Life's Circumstances. 

But Emmylou Harris released her version in the spring of 1978 and scored a hit single.

Big Spike Hammer was never released as a single by Doc Watson.

It can be found on the 2013 album The Definitive Doc Watson.

Tennessee Stud was an old number going all the way back to 1959.

The song ended up on a 2003 album of the same name but was never released by Doc Watson as a single.

My First Taste Of Texas is a track from the 1982 album I Write It Down by Ed Bruce. The song made it to #6 on the US Country chart.

This one is in standard tuning with a root down up down up down up rhythm pattern while playing the chords A, A7, D, E, Bm and an Em and an Asus2 in the beginning. Just a few riffs in this one.

Old Wore Out Cowboys  ... can be found on Ed Bruce's 1978 album Cowboys And Dreams but there were only two singles released from this album and this song was not one them.

I play this one drop D tuning with a root down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. A little picking here with the chords D, G and an A7.

You're The Best Break This Old Heart Ever Had was from Ed Bruce's 1981 album One To One. It was his only #1 song during his long career in country but he had more than 20 hit songs and wrote several hits for other artists like Mama Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys for Waylon and Willie and Texas When I Die by Tanya Tucker. 

I play this one with a capo 2nd fret with the chords D, Dmaj7, G, A7, A, Asus, Bm, Em, D7 and a D/Gb. No lead work here but a few riffs.

I Shot Your Dog is a song by Canadian singer Fred Eaglesmith, but form all accounts, it doesn't appear this one was released as a single.

I play a standard root down root up down up rhythm pattern with just a few riffs in the chorus. For chords you'll need a G, C, D, G7 and a D7.

Easy Loving was a breakthrough #1 hit for Freddie Hart whose music career in country was a bit under-whelming. That's to an Atlanta DJ who played this song alot, in Sept 1971 Hart had his first #1.

The song can be found on his "California Grapevine" album.

I play this one in standard tuning with a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. You'll do a bit of picking in this one playing the chords G, G7, C, A7, D and D7.

Secret Love is a song written by Sammy Fain (music) and Paul Francis Webster (lyrics) for the 1953 musical film Calamity Jane. Doris Day sang it in the movie, and it became a number 1 hit for her on both the Billboard and Cash Box charts, as well as in the UK.

The song has been covered by many artists. Slim Whitman and Freddy Fender made it popular in country music, while Billy Stewart's version became a hit in R&B, reaching the top 40. Freddy Fender's version also reached the top 40.

This one has some lead work with the chords G, F, E, Am, D, D/Gb, Em, A7, Dm, C and Cm in standard tuning. Play a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

Wasted Days And Wasted Nights is one of Freddy Fender's most famous songs. He first recorded it in 1959, but it didn't become popular until he re-released it in 1975, after his hit "Before the Next Teardrop Falls."

The re-released version was a big success, reaching No. 1 on the country charts and No. 8 on the pop charts. The song talks about regret and lost time, with Fender's heartfelt singing touching many listeners.

This one I play in Drop D Tuning with a capo 2nd fret using the chords D, G, A, A7/F and an A#A. There is some lead in this number. You can play a basic root down up root up down up rhythm pattern but my version has some bass notes blended into the rhythm in standard tuning.

Past The Point Of Rescue was Hal Ketchum's only #1 which he had in Canada. This song peaked at #2 in the US.

Trace rack is from the 1991 album of the same name.

Small Town Saturday Night was Hal Ketchum's first single release from his 1991 album Past The Point Of Rescue.

Four singles were released and this song plus the albums title song both peaked at #2 on the US country chart.

Hal Ketchum never had a #1 hit in the US but Past The Point Of Rescue single hit #1 in Canada.

All I Ever Need Is You was recorded by Jerry Reed with Chet Atkins as part of a duet album entitled Me And Chet back in 1972.

This version was never released as a single.

You can play this one in standard tuning with a root down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. Some picking required with the chords C, E7, Am, C7, F, D7, G and Em.

Amos Moses was a single released back in 1970 by Jerry Reed from his album "Georgia Sunshine".

the song ranked at #8 in the US and #2 in Canada.

I play this with a capo 2nd fret and a few riffs throughout. You need the chords G, A7, C7, D7, A#, F and Fsus2(maj) as you play a down down down up down up rhythm pattern in standard tuning.

Big Bad John was a single for Jimmy Dean back in 1961 from his album Big Bad John And Other Fabulous Songs And Tales.

The song was a #1 in the US and a #2 hit in the UK. The song did not chart in Canada for some reason.

This one has a down down up down up down rhythm pattern that repeats using the chords G, F, Em, C and D in standard tuning. The song does a 1/2 step move to add the chords G#, Gb, Fm, C# and D#. There is no lead in this song.

Walk On Boy was actually a B-side to the single PT-109, which went to #1 for Jimmy Dean in 1962.

Sources indicate this song is from the 1962 album Portrait Of Jimmy Dean, but there is no ref on the album jacket that Walk On Boy was on this album.

This one starts in Dbm, Ab7 and Gm and then moves up one fret to a Dm, A7 and a Gm. You'll play a root down root up down up rhythm pattern in standard tuning and no lead for this song.

I'll See You In My Dreams was released as a single back in 2012 by Joe Brown from his album The Ukulele Album but his version did not chart.

The song actually goes back to 1925 and was first released by Isham Jones Orchestra. Pat Boone also covered the song in 1962 with his version reaching #32 in the US and #27 in the UK. 

This one can be played with a root down up down up down up pattern with a capo 3rd in standard tuning.  A little picking in this one with the the chords D, B7, E7, Gm, A7, Gbm, Db, A, A7/A#, E7, Amaj7, Bm, Bm/A and a G.

Sold was a #1 hit song in the US for JMM back in 1995 from his album "John Michael Montgomery".

The song also hit #1 in Canada as well.

I play this one with a capo 2nd fret while playing a root down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern and some lead required. For chords, play a C, G, F, D, D7 and an Em.

One Woman Man or as it's officially called I'm A One Woman Man, is from Johnny Horton's 1956 album Honky Tonk Man.

The song peaked at #7 on the US country charts. George Jones and Randy Travis both covered this song as did Josh Turner and Glen Campbell.

Played with Drop D Tuning and a capo on the 2nd, you'll pick a bit in this tune while playing a down up down up with walking bass rhythm pattern. The chords you'll need is a G, C and D.

Sink The Bismarck was a #6 hit on the US country charts in 1960 for Johnny Horton and hails from the album Johnny Horton Makes History.

Horton was killed in a car accident that same year and died at the age of 35. Johnny Cash did a reading at his funeral.

This one has down down up down quick shuffle pattern to start. The it turns into a root down bass down and repeat rhythm pattern with some bass runs. Played in Drop D Tuning with the chords D, G and A.

Looking For Love was Johnny Lee's first #1 hit back in 1980.

The song is from the album of the same name and was also featured in the movie Urban Cowboy starring John Travolta.

For this song you'll need a root down up root up down up rhythm pattern with a few down strokes in places with the chords Em, Gbm, G, A, Gmaj7 and D. There are a few riffs in here but no lead all played in standard tuning.

Baby's Got Her Blue Jeans On was a single from Mel McDaniel's 1984 album "Let It Roll released in the fall of 1984. The song was written by Bob McDill, a well known Nashville song writer. The song peaked at #1 on the Hot Country charts in Feb of 1985.

This one I play with a capo 3rd fret using a down up pause up down up pause up rhythm pattern. No lead here but a few riffs and you can play a bit of a shuffle as you pick out those parts. The chords here are G, C, F, D and an Em.

Stand By Me made many millions of dollars in royalties alone for the writers Ben E King, Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.

Ben E King had this song on the charts twice. Once in 1961 when it reached #1 and again in the 1980's when it reached #9. John Lennon covered the song in 1975 and Mickey Gilley. the great Texas country entertainer he was, did his version in 1980.

I play a capo 2nd fret on this one with the chords D, Bm, G, A7 (or A), Dsus (optional) in standard tuning. There is some lead work in this song while playing a root down up down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

A few instances near the end of the verse where you transition into the chorus you can chop it with some down strokes on the Dsus, G and A7 chords as you'll see in the demo video.

No Doubt About It is a single that hails from the album of the same name released in 1993.

Neil had his first #1 with this song.

I play a drop D tuning for this one with a capo 2nd fret and some lead required. Play a down down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern with the chords D, G, A, Em, Gbm, Bm, E7 and an A7.

Wink was Neil McCoy's 2nd and last #1 hit.

The song can be found on his 1994 album No Doubt About It.

This one can be played also in drop D tuning with a capo 2nd fret playing mainly down strokes for rhythm and some lead. For chords play a D, G and A.

For The Good Times was an album released by Ray Price in 1970 which contained the single of the same name. The song was written by Kris Kristofferson and was his first #1 hit song as a writer.

The album for Ray Price was the best of his career with five singles in the top and 2nd spots on the country charts.

This one I play with a capo 1st fret with the chords D, G, Em, A, A7, Am7, Gm, A/A#. Use a root down up root up down up rhythm pattern with no lead work in standard tuning. Adjust the capo or don't use one depending on your vocal range. My Willie Nelson version does have lead however.

From A Jack To A King was a song from Ned Miller back in 1962. In 1988, Ricky Van Shelton recorded the song for his second album "Living Proof'". The song was one of 5 singles, and this version and three other singles from the album peaked at #1 on the country charts.

The song went to #1 in Canada as well. Fiddle player on this track was Mark O'Connor, a well known country fiddler.

This one has a walking bass component to it in the key of D with the chords D, A, A7, G, D7 and an E. No lead but an intro riff used twice in the song as you play a down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern all the way through the song.

I've Cried My Last Tear For You was one of four singles from the 1990 album RVS III.

This song hit #1 on the US Country charts and the other three songs were top 10 hits.

This one is played in standard tuning with the four chords G, C7, C and D with a steady down up down up rhythm as you play walking bass notes throughout. A bit of picking in this one as well.

Don't Cheat In Our Hometown was a #1 hit in both Canada and the US back in 1983.

The track can be found on the album of the same name.

This one I play with a capo 1st fret for the original key and in standard tuning. The chords you'll need are an E, A and a B7 while playing a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. Some lead in this one.

When the Roses Bloom Again is a song that was originally recorded in 1997 by Ricky Skaggs on his album "Life Is a Journey". The song was written by Nathan G. Gibson and Walter G. Samuels.

The song is a ballad that tells the story of a soldier who is leaving his sweetheart to fight in a war. He promises to return to her when the roses bloom again, but tragically, he is killed in battle. The lyrics are poignant and emotional, capturing the sadness and loss that are often felt during times of war.

Skaggs' version of the song features his signature bluegrass sound, with acoustic guitar, fiddle, and mandolin accompaniment. The song has been covered by several other artists over the years, including Emmylou Harris and Tim O'Brien.

Crazy Again is by Roger Creager, from his 2012 album "Surrender," showcases his blend of country and rock influences.

The upbeat song, co-written by Creager and Radney Foster, depicts a person feeling wild and looking for fun. It's a fan-favorite at Creager's live shows, highlighting his dynamic vocals and genre-bending style.

I use a Drop D Tuning in this one with a root down up down up down up pattern and for the verse you can use root up up down up rhythm pattern. There is some lead here with the chords D, G, A and a Bm.

Having Fun All Wrong by Roger Creager, featured on his 1998 album of the same name, embodies classic Texas country with its blend of acoustic and electric guitars and a driving beat.

Co-written by Creager and Radney Foster, the song narrates a tale of reckless living, prompting the protagonist to seek a more fulfilling path.

A fan-favorite and signature tune in Creager's repertoire, it showcases his songwriting prowess and ability to merge country and rock elements seamlessly.

This one is in standard tuning with some lead required with the chords G, D, Am and C. You'll want to play a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

River Song is by Roger Creager and from his 2003 album "Long Way to Mexico. It boasts a mellow, acoustic sound that highlights Creager's storytelling prowess.

Co-written by Creager and Radney Foster, the song pays homage to Texas's Guadalupe River, celebrated for its recreational activities. Its evocative lyrics capture the river's beauty and allure, resonating with listeners who seek solace in nature.

A fan favorite and live performance staple, "River Song" showcases Creager's knack for crafting meaningful, catchy tunes.

I use a capo 3rd fret on this one with no picking and in standard tuning. You'll want a down down up down up and repeat with a bit a of chop in the chorus. No picking here with the chords G, D, C and Em.

Storybook from his 1998 album "Having Fun All Wrong," is a poignant ballad penned by Creager and Clay McClinton. This slow, melodic tune spotlights Creager's emotive vocals, as he reflects on life's journey, capturing both its joys and sorrows.

"Storybook" underscores Creager's Texas country songwriting talent for crafting heartfelt lyrics, making it a perennial favorite at his live performances.

This number has some lead blended into the rhythm pattern which is a down down up down up down up and repeat in standard tuning. The chords you'll need are G, C, Em, D, D/Gb.

Ain't That Fine is a track on Roger Miller's 1965 album "The Return of Roger Miller." The song was written by Roger Miller himself and was released as a single the same year.

The song was not as successful as some of Miller's other hits, but it still managed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #67. Despite its relatively modest success, "Ain't That Fine" remains a beloved track among fans of Roger Miller's music and is often included on compilations of his work.

A capo 2nd fret puts you in the original key here in standard tuning. You'll want to play a root up down up pattern and repeat rhythm pattern. There is no picking in this one using the chords G, C and D.

Dang Me is a song by American country music artist Roger Miller. It won the Grammy Award for Best Country & Western Song in 1964. It was Miller's first number one country hit and first Top Ten pop music hit. The song's "jazzy instrumental section" made it a perfect example of Miller's lighthearted humor, which led to many more hits.

In 1998, Roger Miller's 1964 version of "Dang Me" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

This one has three chords, which are E, A and B7 with a root down root up down up rhythm pattern in standard tuning. One small riff which you'll sing along with as you play it.

England Swings is a song written and recorded by Roger Miller in 1965. The song was a crossover hit for Miller, reaching #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #3 on the country charts. It also became a hit in the United Kingdom, where it reached #13 on the UK Singles Chart.

In addition to its success on the charts, "England Swings" also earned critical acclaim and is regarded as one of Miller's signature songs. It has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including the likes of Tom Jones, Waylon Jennings, and Dwight Yoakam.

Overall, "England Swings" is a lively and fun song that captures the excitement and enthusiasm of the 1960s music scene, and remains a beloved classic today.

This one has some lead with the chords A, A7, D and a G with Drop D tuning. I play a root down root up down up rhythm pattern in this one.

Kansas City Star is included in Roger Miller's 1965 album titled "The 3rd Time Around." The song was released as a single and it did chart. Specifically, it reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and No. 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This success contributed to Roger Miller's prominence as a leading figure in country music during the 1960s.

The chords here start in A, G, F and then finally we get to the four main chords which are E, A, E7 and B7. You'll play a root down root up down up rhythm pattern in standard and some picking is required.

King of the Road is a song written and recorded by Roger Miller in 1964. It became one of his biggest hits and is considered a classic country song.

The song's catchy tune, upbeat tempo, and Miller's unique singing style made it a huge success. It reached #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the country charts. Miller won several awards for the song, including a Grammy for Best Country & Western Recording.

"King of the Road" has been covered by many artists, such as Randy Travis, Dean Martin, and the Proclaimers. It has appeared in many films, TV shows, and commercials, making it a beloved cultural icon.

Only three chord here using a G, C and D in standard tuning with a root up down up root up down up rhythm pattern. The songs does move up one fret but not in my version here. Instead I have a bit of lead guitar in this lesson.

Happy Birthday Baby was originally called Happy Happy Birthday Baby in 1957 by a group called The True Weavers and had their only top 10 hit in the US.

In 1988, Ronnie Milsap changed the name slightly and recorded his version of the song which was released in 1986 and had his 28th number one hit with the song. The track can be found on his 1987 album "Lost In The Fifties Tonight".

You can play a down down down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern here in standard tuning although the original key is a capo 1st fret. A bit of lead in this one with the chords D, Faug, E, A, Em, Adim, A7, Gm, A7/A# and a G.

Lovers Friends And Strangers is a track from Milsap's 1976 album 20/20 Vision. There were two singles released from this album which both went to #1 but this particular song was never released as a single.

Play this one in standard tuning with a capo 2nd fret with the chords D, G, A7, Em, D7 and D/Gb. For rhythm play a root down up root up down up and just a single riff need here.

Sixteen Tons became a #1 hit in the US in 1955. The song was written by Merle Travis and released by Travis in 1947. But Tennessee Ernie Fords version in 1955 has become the best known version.

The track is from his album Ford Favourites.

A capo on the 2nd fret is the original key for this one in standard tuning but there is no lead guitar required. Use a root down root up down up rhythm with the chords Am, E, F, G, E7 and Dm.

I Loved 'Em Everyone was a #1 hit in the US and a #8 in Canada for T.G. Sheppard back in 1981.

The track can be found on his album I Love 'Em All.

Only three chords here with an Em, C and a D with a riff and some picking here. For rhythm I play a root up root up down up in the verse and a root down root up down up in the chorus. You could do either one instead of both if it's easier in standard tuning.

Engineers Don't Wave From Trains Anymore is from the 1982 album "The Storyteller And The Banjo Man".

The song was never released as a single.

I play this one in standard tuning with a root down root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern and some lead. The chords here are C, G, F, C7, F, C and an Am.

I Like Beer was a single released in 1975 and peaked at #4 in the US and #12 in Canada.

The song can be found on the album "Faster Horses". 

I play a root down down root down down rhythm pattern for this one with no lead. The chords you'll need are Gb, B7, E, A, Am, C#7.

Old Dogs, Children And Watermelon Wine was released from "The Storyteller" album was a #1 hit in both Canada and the US. The song was written by Tom T Hall about an encounter with an old janitor

he meet in Miami while attending a political event. Frankie lane, Ferlin Husky and John Prine have all covered this song. 

I play a capo 3rd fret with some lead and the chords G, D, A7, D7, Em, E7, E, A and a Gbm. Play in standard tuning with a root down root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

Pamela Brown was released as a single in 1972 but failed to chart in the US but did chart in Australia at #24.

The song is from his album "The Storyteller".

This one I play with drop D tuning with some lead and a root down root up down up  and repeat rhythm pattern. For chords you'll need a D, G, A7, Gb, Bm and a D7.

Ravishing Ruby was released as a single back in 1973 from the album Rhymer And Other Five And Dimers.

The song reached #1 in Canada and hit #3 in the US. It also charted in Australia at #80.

That's How I Got To Memphis was not released as a single back in 1969 by Tom T Hall but was recorded and released by Bobby Bare in 1970. His version peaked at #3.

Tom T Hall had this track on his "Ballad Of Forty Dollars & His Other Great Songs".

In this number the is no lead and played in standard tuning with a root down up root  up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. For chords play a E, A, Dbm, Gbm and a B7.

The Last Country Song was never released as a single but can be found on his 1979 album "Old T's In Town".

Only three chords here with a C, F and G and a root down bass up down up and repeat rhythm pattern in standard tuning and some lead required.

The Year That Clayton Delaney Died was a #1 hit in the US for Tom T Hall in 1971 and is based on his neighbor and boyhood hero Lonnie Easterly.

The song hails from the album "In Search Of A Song".

No lead here with the three chords of C, G7 and C7 in standard tuning while playing a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

I Can Tell By The Way You Dance was released by Vern Gosdin in 1984 as the lead off single from his album There Is A Season. Vern initially thought the song was too rock and roll-ish for him so he waited two years before he decided to give it a go.

The song went to #1 on the US Country Charts. Gary Morris recorded the song two years earlier but did not have the same success with his release.

The rhythm pattern here is a steady shuffle augmented with some quick bass notes. You'll use the chords D, G, A, Bm and a C in standard tuning. Some lead work required.

Is It Raining At Your House was first released in 1987 from Vern's album Chisled In Store. It also appreaed on his 10 Years Of Greatest Hits in 1990.

The song was co-written with Dean Dillon and Hank Cochran and made it to #10 in the US and #8 in Canada.

In this song you'll play a bit or arpeggio (notes) mixed with rhythm. What I do is a 1-2 down up for the most part while playing the chords D, A/Db, A, G, Gm, Bm and a Gb. There is some lead in standard tuning.