Key: G · BPM: 124 · Difficulty: Beginner · Chords: G, C, A, D, Em, A7 · Strumming: DD DD DD DD
[Intro] G G G G [Verse]
G Well, I used to like to ramble with my G good-time friends and neighbors C G Now I find I'd rather lie awake in bed G And I don't get to actin' mean when G I keep my buzzes clean A And keep the hard stuff and the D whiskey from my head G Well, I guess that's just the trouble G when you're always seein' double C And the lines are gettin' G twice as hard to see C I've had years I don't recall, G Em but I'm told I had a ball A At least somebody did D G who looked a lot like me [Chorus] G G So I'm California sober as they say C G And lately I can't find no other way C I can't stay out and party like G Em I did back in the day A D G So I'm California sober as they say [Instrumental] G G C G G G A D G G C G C G Em A D G G [Verse] G Well, I heard out in the hills, G they got pills to get their thrills C And they love their liquor down in G New Orleans G Maybe for a New York minute, G sugarcane will fit the bill A But in no time flat, you're out of D what you need G The old crew don't get together G anymore these days much ever C After some went straight and G some went straight to jail C Now they're busy postin' vids and G Em just tryin' to raise their kids A D Instead of raisin' holy heck G and postin' bail [Chorus] G G Well, I'm California sober as they say C G And lately I can't find no other way C I can't stay out and party like G I did back in the day A D G So I'm California sober as they say [Instrumental] G G C G G G A D G G C G C G Em A D G G G C G G G A7 D G G C G C G Em A7 D G [Outro] G I was California sober G 'til I thought the world was over C G Now I'm sittin' on the roadside once again C When that wagon passes by, G Em I don't even bat an eye A7 Because the devil on D G my shoulder always wins C When that ol' wagon passes by, G Em I don't even bat an eye Em G Because the devil on D G my shoulder always wins
If you like the work please write down your experience in the comment section, or if you have any suggestions/corrections please let us know in the comment section.
ℹ️ About This Song
On the 28th of April 2023, the track was released. The track was written by Billy Strings, Jon Weisberger & Aaron Allen.
Recommended Gear
Kyser Quick-Change Guitar Capo
Play this song in any key with the industry standard capo for acoustic and electric guitars. Built to last a lifetime.
View on Amazon
When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you.
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard(E A D G B E)
- Key: G
- Chords: G, C, A, D, Em, A7
- BPM: 124
- Suggested Strumming: DD DD DD DD
- D= Down Stroke, U = Upstroke, N.C= No Chord
| Guitar Chords | Ukulele Chords |
| G – 320003 C – x32010 A – x02220 D – xx0232 Em – 022000 A7 – x02010 | G – 0232 C – 0003 A – 2100 D – 2220 Em – 0402 A7 – 0100 |
Track Info
- Song: California Sober
- Artist: Billy Strings feat. Willie Nelson
- Written by Billy Strings, Jon Weisberger & Aaron Allen
- Released Date: 28 April 2023
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is California Sober in?
California Sober is in the key of G.
What chords do I need for California Sober?
You need G, C, A, D, Em, A7 to play California Sober by Billy Strings feat. Willie Nelson.
Do I need a capo for California Sober?
No capo is needed to play California Sober by Billy Strings feat. Willie Nelson.
How hard is California Sober to play on guitar?
California Sober by Billy Strings feat. Willie Nelson is rated Beginner. It uses simple open chords and is great for new players.