Walmart Yodeling Kid tabs
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How to play "Walmart Yodeling Kid" by Mason Ramsey [type: Tabs] on guitar.
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Song Overview:
- Key: G Major
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Capo: No Capo
- Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Chords Used:
- G Major (320003)
- C Major (x32010)
- D Major (xx0232)
- E Minor (022000)
Strumming Pattern:
Strumming: 70 bpm
- D D U D U (Down, Down, Up, Down, Up)
Focus on rhythm, especially in the verses and picking pattern sections.
Sections Breakdown:
- Intro:
The intro features a picking pattern:
e|---------------------------3-----------------------------------------------|
B|------0-----0-----0-----0-----3------------3--------0----------------------|
G|---3-----3-----3-----3-----------------------------------------0-----------|
D|-------------------------------------------------------------------0-------|
A|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
E|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
Use your thumb for the G string, index for the B string. Play slowly
until you match the tempo.
- Verse:
The verse maintains a steady picking pattern:
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B|-------------------1----1----1----------1--0--1--0--1--2---3----3----------|
G|-------------------2----2----2----------------------------------------2----|
D|-2-0-2-3--4--------0----0----0---------------------------------------------|
A|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
E|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|
Focus on finger placement and maintaining clarity between notes.
- Chorus:
Chord progression: G - D - C - G
Strum lightly, bringing out the melody with smooth transitions.
- Bridge:
Chord progression: E Minor - D - C - G
Increase dynamics slightly and focus on the change in tone and mood.
Common Mistakes:
- Rushing the picking pattern. Start slowly to build speed.
- Uneven strumming in the chorus. Use a metronome to maintain consistency.
General Tips:
- Practice the picking pattern separately from the strumming sections to
get them accurate.
- Use a thinner pick for smoother strumming and better control.
Song Facts:
This tab refers to the famous rendition of "Lovesick Blues" performed by
Mason Ramsey, also known as the "Walmart Yodeling Kid." The song went viral
due to his unique yodeling style and traditional country music influences.
His performance, captured in a Walmart, led to widespread fame and media
attention, helping to revitalize interest in classic country tunes.
Song Meaning:
The song "Lovesick Blues" expresses the deep heartbreak and sadness of
unrequited love, a theme that resonated across generations.
Comparisons to previous works:
Though this was a viral moment, Mason Ramsey’s version pays homage to Hank
Williams’ original style, blending traditional country with his youthful
yodeling talent.
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