Introduction

Hey guitar friends! My name is Robbie Tro, and I'm here to help you learn how to play your favorite country songs on the guitar. Today, I'm going to show you how to play "23" by Chase Beckham. This song has been highly requested, so let's dive right in!

How to Play "23" by Chase Beckham

To play "23" by Chase Beckham, we'll need to use a capo on the third fret. The chord positions we'll be using with the capo are A minor, C, G, and D minor. The intro of the song starts on the A minor chord, and the chord progression for the intro is A minor, C, G, and D minor.

Chord Positions

Here are the chord positions with the capo on the third fret:

A minor
C
G
D minor

Strumming Pattern

For the strumming pattern, we'll be using the following pattern: down, down, down, up, down, up. When playing the D minor, you can add an extra up strum. The full strumming pattern will be: down, down, up, down, up, down, down, up, down, down, up, down, up.

Picking for the Intro

If you prefer picking instead of strumming, here's how to play the intro. Start with the A minor chord and strum down, down, down, up. Then, pick the 5th string, 2nd fret and then the 5th string, 3rd fret. Move to the C position, keeping the 4th string open. Strum the 4th and 3rd strings together, and then hammer on the 4th string, 2nd fret and pull back off to open. Pick the 3rd and 2nd strings together, and then hammer on the 3rd string, 2nd fret and pull back off to open.

First Verse

The first verse of the song goes like this:

"Simple as my mama said When I was very young She told me not to worry, son One day, you'll be someone But here I am at 21 Voted as a stage coach shotgun Sorry, Mama, please don't look at me"

When playing the D minor, the strumming pattern changes to: down, down, up, down, up, down, up.

Second Verse

The second verse of the song goes like this:

"When I got to Oklahoma, I was 17 Papa taught me how to work Lord, he worked me all day in that August heat Taught me how to fish, taught me how to drink Well, I went to California and I had me a band And we played all the bars in all the southern lands Played all night and we drank for free All my boys and me"

After the second verse, we'll go back to the A minor chord to transition into the chorus.

Chorus

The chorus of the song goes like this:

"Now I'm 23 And there ain't nobody who can drink like me Soon I'll be 24 And the Lord knows that I can't drink no more I know I should have taken it slow It's not the way that my life goes Now I know, you're passed out on the floor Sober by 24"

You can play the intro after the chorus.

Ending of the Song

To end the song, we'll be playing the D minor chord. Starting from the 3rd fret, we'll go 3, 2, 1 and then pull off the first string to open it up. Then, with the first string still open, strum the fourth through the first strings. Hammer back on the first string and pull it off again. Open the third string and pick it once, then strum down on the A minor chord.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've learned how to play "23" by Chase Beckham. Practice along with me and don't forget to have fun with it. If you're having trouble with the picking, keep practicing and start with the strumming pattern. Remember, the more you practice, the better you'll get. Keep rocking!

【Highlights】

Learn how to play "23" by Chase Beckham on the guitar
Use a capo on the third fret for the correct chord positions
Follow the strumming pattern or try out the picking for the intro
Master the verses, chorus, and ending of the song
Practice and have fun on your guitar journey!

【FAQ】

Q: Do I need a capo to play "23" by Chase Beckham? A: Yes, using a capo on the third fret is necessary for this song.

Q: Can I strum instead of picking for the intro? A: Absolutely! Strumming is a great alternative if you prefer it over picking.

Q: Is the strumming pattern the same throughout the entire song? A: No, the strumming pattern changes slightly in the first verse and chorus when playing the D minor chord.

Q: What are the chord positions for the song? A: The chord positions for "23" by Chase Beckham with the capo on the third fret are A minor, C, G, and D minor.

Q: Are there any specific techniques or variations in the song? A: Yes, you can add hammer-ons and pull-offs to enhance the sound and create more dynamics in the picking sections.

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