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Top 20 Best John Mellencamp Guitar Songs – Chords & Tabs incl.

Top 20 best John Mellencamp guitar songs, including chords and tabs

Hi folks, today in this exciting endeavor, you’ll find a meticulously curated compilation of the top 20 best John Mellencamp guitar songs, including chords and tabs for each song.

If you are a guitar lover and a fan of classic rock, chances are you are well-acquainted with the indelible talent and revered artistry of John Mellencamp. I’m a huge fan myself. As a young kid my older brother inspired me to listen to all his records. I’m forever grateful.

Mellencamp is one of the most successful and influential American rock singers and songwriters of all time, with a career spanning over four decades and 24 studio albums.

His music is a blend of heartland rock, folk, blues, and country, and reflects his roots in Indiana and his social and political views. He has sold over 40 million albums worldwide, has been nominated for 13 Grammy Awards and is also a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

In this list you will find songs with different levels of difficulty, from beginner to advanced. Whether you want to learn some easy strumming songs or some beautiful guitar intros, you will find something for you in this list.

To navigate this list, you can use the table of contents below to jump to any song you want. You can also click on the song title to open a new tab with the chords and tabs for that song.

For each song, we have provided some background information, such as the album, release date, lyrics info, and key and included some tips and tricks on how to play the song, such as the strumming pattern, the chord progression, the capo position, and guitar gear.

To practice these songs in the best way on your guitar, I recommend that you follow these steps:

Listen to the original song several times to get familiar with the melody, rhythm, and structure.
Take your time to read the chords and tabs thoroughly.
Start with the easiest songs or the ones you like the most, and work your way up to the harder ones.
Practice slowly and gradually increase your speed until you can play along with the song.
Use a metronome or a backing track to keep your timing consistent and accurate.
Sing along or hum the lyrics if you can to improve your ear and musicality.
Have fun and enjoy playing the songs!

Without further ado, here is our list of the top 20 best John Mellencamp guitar songs (incl. chords and tabs).

Let’s rock!

Top 10 Best Tom Petty Guitar Songs

By Klaus Crow 4 Comments

Hi Folks, as a guitar student and musician you need to learn your Tom Petty songs and for a good reason!

Tom was a great American singer-songwriter who left an indelible mark on the world of rock music.

With his distinctive raspy voice and catchy songwriting, he became known for his ability to blend elements of rock, folk, and Americana, creating a unique and timeless sound.

In 1976, he gained widespread recognition with his band, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and later as a solo artist creating the iconic album “Full moon fever” produced by Jeff Lynne, and went on to release a string of great albums and hits.

Tragically, Tom passed away on October 2, 2017, leaving behind a profound influence on generations of musicians.

Luckily his songs are left for us to play, to study, to practice and enjoy. Tom Petty’s songs are a really good source to develop all the different skills you need as a guitar player from common chords and progressions, embellishments, catchy riffs, licks, and great song writing.

In this carefully curated list, you can find the cream of the crop from Petty’s extensive catalog, from the infectious hooks of “Free Fallin'” to the anthemic power of “American girl,” each song offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into Petty’s signature guitar style.

So grab your favorite six-string, make yourself some good coffee and let’s explore the magic of Tom Petty’s guitar-driven classics. Each title contains a link to Youtube and a link to the chords / Tabs and lyrics for the song.

Enjoy your practice and have a great one!

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1 – “Free Fallin’

“Free Fallin’ was written by Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne for the album “Full moon fever” and was released in 1989. The song was recorded in just two days and used a multitude of acoustic guitar to create that incredible dreamy sound.

It’s a nostalgic song about personal freedom and embracing life’s journey. It encourages you to let go and enjoy the ride, capturing the essence of self-discovery and adventure.

The song is in the key of F major and can be played as a beginner-friendly version by playing it with the capo on the 3rd fret following the chords D – G – D – A (sus4) throughout the entire song.

Free falling chords

2 – “I Won’t Back Down”

This song is an empowering anthem, released in 1989, and embodies resilience and determination. It’s a reminder to stay true to yourself and stand strong in the face of adversity.

With basic open chords like Em , D, G and C “I Won’t Back Down” is approachable for beginner guitarists. The song follows a verse-chorus structure, making it easy to learn and perform.

I won’t back down chords

3 – “American Girl”

“American Girl” is a classic rock song that captures the spirit of youthful rebellion and American dreams. The songs was released for their self-titled debut album in 1976 and tells the story of a young woman’s experiences and embodies the essence of rock ‘n’ roll energy.

The progression incorporates basic open chords like D, E7, G, and A. The song follows a verse-chorus-bridge-chorus structure, giving you the chance to practice chord progressions and transitions. The melody and rhythm allows for energetic strumming.

American girl chords + TABS

Exclusive Premiere: New Song by Klaus Crow

By Klaus Crow 3 Comments

Hi Folks, today I’m sharing a new song that I wrote. To be fair, this is one of the 10 songs I wrote a while ago, but due to life I haven’t been able to record them yet. As John Lennon would say “Life happens while you’re busy making other plans”, and so it is.

Since I don’t want to leave the songs on the shelf (I’m certainly not planning to) and start putting the songs out in the world, I thought I begin to share one with you. I just took my guitar right out the case and started playing and singing. Afterwards I added the lyrics and some clips to convey the emotion and feeling of the song. I hope you like it.

Enjoy!

New Song: “Stepping Away” ~ Klaus Crow

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How to Record a Song at Home

By Klaus Crow 6 Comments

Have you always wanted to record you own songs? Do you want to record a cover song from your favorite artist? Well this might be the time for you to take your song from the guitar onto the recording tracks and bring it to life so you can share your creativity with the world.

Recording songs is a beautiful and inspiring part of being a musician. There is so much to learn from it and it’s such an enjoyable and fulfilling process. You are now able to sit in the producer’s chair and share your music with just one click away. How great is that?

Do you first need help writing a song check out Why and How to Write Songs on Guitar – Complete Guide!

Prepare

Before you start recording your song make sure you can play (and sing) your song from start to finish. Practice your song as much as you can, so you are ready when you hit that record button.

It’s not necessary to have every detail of the song figured out yet, but the more prepared you are, the easier the recording process will be.

You can also practice your song with a metronome beforehand so when it’s time to record you are used to the feel of a click track (more on that later). A good practice of the song also makes the edit process much easier.

Equipment

To record your song you need to have a couple of things:

A fast computer/laptop
Audio interface
DAW
Microphone
Popfilter
Studio monitors

Microphones can range from $100 dollars to thousands of dollars, but with today’s budget microphones you can get really good high quality recordings.

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