Category: Strum-Along
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I Forgot to Remember to Forget — Strum-Along
Elvis Presley’s recording of I Forgot to Remember to Forget was one of his early hits, recorded on July 11, 1955, at Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee. Written by Stan Kesler and Charlie Feathers, the song was a country ballad that showcased Presley’s ability to blend country and rhythm & blues influences. It was released…
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She Thinks I Still Care — Strum-Along
This classic country song written by Dickey Lee and Steve Duffy became a #1 hit on Billboard’s US Hot Country Songs chart in 1962 for George Jones, and also #1 for Anne Murray in 1974 as “He Thinks I Still Care.” It’s been recorded by dozens of others including Elvis Presley, Glen Campbell, Connie Francis,…
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Spanish Pipedream (Blow Up Your TV) — Strum-Along
Thanks to his quirky lyrics and simple melodies, John Prine is my favorite songwriter. This is one of my favorites. According to a John Prine biographer, Spanish Pipedream is “a hilarious Age of Aquarius anthem, the hippie commune ideal summed up in less than four minutes.” About John Prine John Prine was an American singer-songwriter…
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Travelin’ Man — Strum-Along
“Travelin’ Man” is a 1961 song by Ricky Nelson, written by Jerry Fuller. The song became one of Nelson’s biggest hits, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It features a smooth, rockabilly-influenced melody and lyrics that tell the story of a globe-trotting man who has romantic encounters with women in different countries, from…
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Are You Lonesome Tonight — Strumming and Fingerstyle
Are You Lonesome Tonight was written in 1926 and has been recorded by many artists over the years, but it’s most closely associated with Elvis Presley, who made it a #1 hit back in 1960. Some recordings (including Elvis’) feature a spoken bridge also included in the original 1927 sheet music. For this chords &…
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If I Were You — Strum-Along
Collin Raye recorded this song written by John Hobbs and Chris Farren. It peaked at #4 on the country charts back in the mid 1990s. I like Collin Raye’s music a lot and this is one of my favorites. Strum along in 4/4 time.
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Wagon Wheel — Strum-Along
I try never to look at other tutorial videos on YouTube before I do my own video to avoid being influenced by how anybody else plays or teaches a song. I followed that same rule of thumb with this song, and after I completed my video, I looked at other ones. Wow! This might be…
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How Great Thou Art — Strum-Along
“How Great Thou Art” is a beloved Christian hymn that praises God’s majesty and power. The song originated from a Swedish poem written by Carl Gustav Boberg in 1885, which was later set to a traditional Swedish melody. It was translated into English by British missionary Stuart K. Hine in the mid-20th century. The hymn’s…
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After All This Time — Strum-Along
This is Rodney Crowell’s #1 country hit from 1989. In 1990, it won a Grammy for Best Country Song. It should be easy for most uke players to strum along with, in the key of C and 4/4 time.
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Long Black Veil — Strum-Along
Long Black Veil was written by Marijohn Wilkin and Danny Dill in 1959 and recorded by country singer Lefty Frizzell. After it was written, Dill called it an “instant folksong.” Lefty’s record reached #6 on the country charts. Still, over the years, it has become even more popular, being recorded by hundreds of artists, including…
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