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Close Up the Honky Tonks

Buck Owens

02:47

G#C#F#G#7

How to play Close Up the Honky Tonks on guitar

Close Up the Honky Tonks by Buck Owens uses 4 chords: G#, C#, F#, G#7. It's a relatively easy song — great for guitarists at any level.

DifficultyEasy
Duration02:47
Chords4
G# G#(Southern music)C# F#She'sC#. in some honky tonk tonight,F#I know. She'sG#dancingG#7where the music's loudC#and lights are low. In a crowded bar, she likes toF#hang around. AndG#as long as there's aG#honky tonk, she'll never settleC#down.C#So close up the honky tonks.F#Lock all the doors.G#7Don't theG#7let one I love go thereC#anymore. Close up the honky tonks.F#Throw away the key. ThenG#7maybe theG#7one I love will come back
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What chords are in Close Up the Honky Tonks by Buck Owens?

Close Up the Honky Tonks by Buck Owens uses 4 chords: G#, C#, F#, G#7. These chords cover the full arrangement of the song.

Do I need a capo to play Close Up the Honky Tonks by Buck Owens?

A capo on fret 4 is the most popular way to play Close Up the Honky Tonks. It converts the chord shapes into more beginner-friendly open positions — with the capo on fret 4, you'd play E, A, D, E7, which is the easiest way to play the song. You can also play it without a capo using the original chord shapes. To play the full arrangement with a capo or customize it to your preferences, download the Strum app.

Is Close Up the Honky Tonks hard to play on guitar?

Close Up the Honky Tonks is a relatively easy song to play on guitar. With 4 chords (G#, C#, F#, G#7), even beginners can get a handle on it with consistent practice. Focus on smooth chord transitions and keeping a steady strumming rhythm.

Can a beginner play Close Up the Honky Tonks on guitar?

Yes — Close Up the Honky Tonks is a great beginner guitar song. It only uses 4 chords, keeping the arrangement accessible while you're still building technique. Practice each chord shape on its own before working on transitions between them.

How long is Close Up the Honky Tonks by Buck Owens?

Close Up the Honky Tonks by Buck Owens is 02:47 long. The full guitar chord arrangement covers the complete song — verses, chorus, and any bridge or outro sections.

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