Hey, Good Lookin’ Ukulele Chords – Hank Williams. This song uses the chords: C, D7, G7, F. You can change the key for free, as needed.
Hey, Good Lookin’ Ukulele Chords – Hank Williams
INTRO:
D G7 C G7
CHORUS 1:
Say Chey, good lookin’ – what ya got cookin’?
HowD‘s about cooking G7somethin’ up with Cme?G7
CHey, sweet baby – don’t you think maybe
We can Dfind us a G7brand new reciCpe?C7
BRIDGE 1:
I got a Fhot rod Ford, and a Ctwo dollar bill
And FI know a spot right Cover the hill
FThere’s soda pop and the Cdancing’s free
So if you Fwanna have fun, come aG7long with me
CHORUS 2:
Say Chey, good lookin’ – what ya got cookin’?
HowD‘s about cooking G7somethin’ up with Cme
SOLO:
C D7 G7
F C F C D7 G7
CHORUS 3:
I’m Cfree and ready, so we can go steady.
HowD7‘s about saving G7all your time for Cme?G7
CNo more lookin’ – I know I been tookin’
How’D7s about keepin’ G7steady compaCny?C7
BRIDGE 2:
I’m gonna Fthrow my date book Cover the fence
And Fbuy me one for Cfive or ten cents
I’ll Fkeep it till it’s Ccovered with age
Cause I’m D7writin’ your name down on Gevery page
CHORUS 4:
Say Chey, good lookin’ – what ya got cookin’?
How‘D7s about cooking G7somethin’ up with Cme C6
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“Hey, Good Lookin'” History:
**”Hey Good Lookin'”** is a classic country song written and recorded by **Hank Williams**. It was released in **1951** and has since become one of his most well-known songs. Here are some key details:
### 🎵 **Song Details:**
– **Artist:** Hank Williams
– **Released:** 1951
– **Genre:** Country, Western swing
– **Label:** MGM Records
– **Songwriter:** Hank Williams
### 📜 **Background:**
Hank Williams supposedly wrote the song in about **20 minutes** while on a plane with musicians Minnie Pearl and Jimmy Dickens. Originally, he intended to write the song for Jimmy Dickens, but after realizing its hit potential, he kept it for himself.
### 🎙️ **Musical Style and Theme:**
The song is a lighthearted, upbeat tune with a catchy melody and simple lyrics that flirtatiously address a potential romantic interest. Its structure and melody have a pop-friendly feel, making it accessible beyond just country music fans.
### 🌟 **Legacy and Covers:**
“Hey Good Lookin’” has been covered by many artists over the years, including:
– **Ray Charles** (On his album *Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music*),
– **Johnny Cash**,
– **Jimmy Buffett** (With Clint Black, Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson, Toby Keith, and George Strait in a collaborative version).
The song was inducted into the **Grammy Hall of Fame** and remains a staple of American popular music.
