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Key
A Major
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
A · D · E
Elvis Presley’s catchy rock and roll hit was his first single after returning from military service. Just three chords make this a perfect beginner song with that classic rockabilly feel.
Rock and Roll Shuffle (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Play with a light shuffle feel. The A-D-E progression is the backbone of classic rock and roll. Add a slight swing to the rhythm for authentic Elvis style.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
A
You can shake an apple off an apple tree
D A
Shake-a, shake-a, sugar, but you’ll never shake me
E
No sir-ee, uh uh
D E A
I’m gonna stick like glue, stick because I’m stuck on you
Verse 2
A
Gonna run my fingers through your long black hair
D A
Squeeze you tighter than a grizzly bear
E
Yes sir-ee, uh huh
D E A
I’m gonna stick like glue, stick because I’m stuck on you
Chorus
D
Hide in the kitchen, hide in the hall
A
Ain’t gonna do you no good at all
E
‘Cause once I catch ya and the kissin’ starts
D E A
A team of wild horses couldn’t tear us apart