Good Ol Boys
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Key G
[Intro]
Em G D D*
Drums playing
Em G D Em G D Em
[Verse]
Em G
Up bright and early lacing up them boots
D A
No matter where you go you don't forget your roots
D G
You'll probably add some scars to your callused hands
Em C
Making your own way on this land
[Chorus]
Am Em
Where are the good Ol' boys
G
Who know what I'm talking about
D
Don't quit yea you never back down
Em
Saddle up for another round
Am Em
Where are the good Ol' boys
G
Who stand for that anthem
D
2 A try to take 'em
Em
Good Ol' boys
[Verse]
Em G
You can say your country if you want to
D A
But it ain't fooling me in those untouched boots
D
If mama didn't raise ya to respect that flag
Em C
I don't care nothing 'bout your country swag
[Chorus]
Am Em
Where are the good Ol' boys
G
Who know what I'm talking about
D
Don't quit yea you never back down
Em
Saddle up for another round
Am Em
Where are the good Ol' boys
G
Who stand for that anthem
D
2 A try to take 'em
Em
Good Ol' boys
C D
We don't need nothing but the Lord holding our hands
Em D
Show me a good Ol' boy I'll show you a man
[Chorus]
Am Em
Where are the good Ol' boys
G
Who know what I'm talking about
D
Don't quit yea you never back down
Em
Saddle up for another round
Am Em
Where are the good Ol' boys
G
Who stand for that anthem
D
2 A try to take 'em
Em Am
Good Ol' boys
G D Em
Where are the good Ol' boys
How to play Good Ol Boys
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.