The song For the Good Times was originally written by Kris Kristofferson and became a major hit for Ray Price in 1970. His version topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100.

Other notable artists who had success with the song include:

• Elvis Presley – included it in his live performances.
• Al Green – had a well-known soul version.
• Perry Como – recorded a popular rendition.
• Willie Nelson – covered it on his Always on My Mind album.

I played the verses fingerstyle and strummed the choruses for a little variety.

It’s pattern 10 of 14 in my “Fingerstyle Tutorial” if you want to play it that same way.