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Jambalaya Chords – Guitar
Hank Williams’ Cajun-country classic bounces between just two chords. A campfire favorite for decades.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Give it a train-beat feel: boom-chicka-boom-chicka. Alternate bass notes on beats 1 and 3.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me oh my oh,
C G7
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou.
G7
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
Chorus
C
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo,
C G7
’Cause tonight I’m gonna see my ma cher amio.
G7
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar, and be gay-o,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 2 chords in the key of C: C G7. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Jambalaya"?
You need 2 beginner-friendly chords: C and G7.
Is "Jambalaya" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Jambalaya" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Jambalaya"?
It was written by Hank Williams.
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Jambalaya Chords – Ukulele
Hank Williams’ Cajun-country classic bounces between just two chords. A campfire favorite for decades.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↓↑
12345
Tip: Give it a train-beat feel: boom-chicka-boom-chicka. Alternate bass notes on beats 1 and 3.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me oh my oh,
C G7
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou.
G7
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
Chorus
C
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo,
C G7
’Cause tonight I’m gonna see my ma cher amio.
G7
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar, and be gay-o,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 2 chords in the key of C: C G7. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Jambalaya"?
You need 2 beginner-friendly chords: C and G7.
Is "Jambalaya" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Jambalaya" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Jambalaya"?
It was written by Hank Williams.
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G7tap to play
Jambalaya Chords – Piano
Hank Williams’ Cajun-country classic bounces between just two chords. A campfire favorite for decades.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↓↑
12345
Tip: Give it a train-beat feel: boom-chicka-boom-chicka. Alternate bass notes on beats 1 and 3.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me oh my oh,
C G7
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou.
G7
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
Chorus
C
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo,
C G7
’Cause tonight I’m gonna see my ma cher amio.
G7
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar, and be gay-o,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 2 chords in the key of C: C G7. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Jambalaya"?
You need 2 beginner-friendly chords: C and G7.
Is "Jambalaya" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Jambalaya" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Jambalaya"?
It was written by Hank Williams.
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G7tap to play
Jambalaya Chords – Banjo
Hank Williams’ Cajun-country classic bounces between just two chords. A campfire favorite for decades.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↓↑
12345
Tip: Give it a train-beat feel: boom-chicka-boom-chicka. Alternate bass notes on beats 1 and 3.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me oh my oh,
C G7
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou.
G7
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
Chorus
C
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo,
C G7
’Cause tonight I’m gonna see my ma cher amio.
G7
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar, and be gay-o,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 2 chords in the key of C: C G7. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Jambalaya"?
You need 2 beginner-friendly chords: C and G7.
Is "Jambalaya" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Jambalaya" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Jambalaya"?
It was written by Hank Williams.
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G7tap to play
Jambalaya Chords – Mandolin
Hank Williams’ Cajun-country classic bounces between just two chords. A campfire favorite for decades.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↓↑
12345
Tip: Give it a train-beat feel: boom-chicka-boom-chicka. Alternate bass notes on beats 1 and 3.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me oh my oh,
C G7
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou.
G7
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
Chorus
C
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo,
C G7
’Cause tonight I’m gonna see my ma cher amio.
G7
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar, and be gay-o,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 2 chords in the key of C: C G7. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Jambalaya"?
You need 2 beginner-friendly chords: C and G7.
Is "Jambalaya" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Jambalaya" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Jambalaya"?
It was written by Hank Williams.
Ctap to play
G7tap to play
Jambalaya Chords – Harmonica
Hank Williams’ Cajun-country classic bounces between just two chords. A campfire favorite for decades.
Strumming Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↓↑
12345
Tip: Give it a train-beat feel: boom-chicka-boom-chicka. Alternate bass notes on beats 1 and 3.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C
Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me oh my oh,
C G7
Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou.
G7
My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me oh my oh,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
Chorus
C
Jambalaya, a-crawfish pie and-a file gumbo,
C G7
’Cause tonight I’m gonna see my ma cher amio.
G7
Pick guitar, fill fruit jar, and be gay-o,
G7 C
Son of a gun, we’ll have big fun on the bayou.
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 2 chords in the key of C: C G7. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Jambalaya"?
You need 2 beginner-friendly chords: C and G7.
Is "Jambalaya" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 2 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Jambalaya" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Jambalaya"?
It was written by Hank Williams.