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You Wreck Me Ukulele Chords – Tom Petty. This song uses the chords: Eb, Bb, F, Ab, C. You can change the key for free, as needed.
You Wreck Me Ukulele Chords – Tom Petty
INTRO:
Eb Bb F x4
VERSE 1:
Eb Bb F Tonight we rideEb Bb F Right or wrongEb Bb F Tonight we sailEb Bb F On a radio song
Ab Eb Bb Rescue meAb Eb Bb Should I go downEb Bb F If I stay too longEb Bb F In trouble town
AbOh Bbyeah! CHORUS 1:
Eb Bb FYou wreck me baby!Eb Bb YeaFh, you break me in twoEb Bb But Fyou move me honey!Eb Bb F Yes, you do!
VERSE 2:
Eb Bb F Now and againEb Bb I Fget the feelingEb Bb Well, Fif I don’t winEb Bb FI‘m a-gonna break even
Ab Eb Bb Rescue meAb Eb Bb Should I go wrongEb Bb If FI dig too deepEb Bb If FI stay too long
AbOh Bbyeah!
CHORUS 2:
Eb Bb FYou wreck me baby!Eb Bb YeaFh, you break me in twoEb Bb But Fyou move me honey!Eb Bb F Yes, you do!
INTERLUDE:
Eb Ab Eb Ab x2
F C F C x2
Eb Bb F x4
Eb Bb F
Eb Bb F (alright)
Eb Bb F x2
VERSE 3:
Eb Bb FI‘ll be the boyEb Bb FIn the corduroy pantsEb Bb FYou’ll be the girlEb Bb FAt the high school dance
Ab Eb Bb Run with meAb Eb Bb Wherever I goEb Bb F And just play dumbEb Bb F Whatever you know
AbOh Bbyeah!
CHORUS 3:
Eb Bb FYou wreck me baby!Eb Bb YeaFh, you break me in twoEb Bb Uh but Fyou move me honey!Eb Bb FAh yes, you do
Eb Bb Eb Bb F x4
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“You Wreck Me” History:
🎵 Overview
- Title: “You Wreck Me”
- Artist: Tom Petty (with The Heartbreakers)
- Album: Wildflowers (1994)
- Released as a single: February 6, 1995
- Genre: Rock / Power pop
- Length: ~3:22
- Label: Warner Bros.
- Producers: Rick Rubin, Tom Petty & Mike Campbell
- Writers: Tom Petty & Mike Campbell
🎸 Background & Meaning
- The song is the fourth track on Wildflowers, Tom Petty’s second solo album following Full Moon Fever.
- The music was composed by longtime guitarist Mike Campbell, while Petty wrote the lyrics.
- Originally Petty called the song “You Rock Me,” but changed it to “You Wreck Me” — a small difference in wording that his collaborators felt gave the song more emotional punch.
- Lyrically the song captures the tension of a thrilling, sometimes tumultuous love — someone who both “breaks you in two” and moves you, reflecting love’s messy but powerful nature.
🎶 Reception & Legacy
- While it didn’t enter the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, “You Wreck Me” reached #2 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart.
- The song became a concert staple for Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, played live nearly 500 times including at their final show in 2017.
- It’s frequently praised for its energetic rock feel, catchy chorus, and heartfelt lyrics — often cited by fans as a standout from Wildflowers.
🎹 Musical Style
- Musically, “You Wreck Me” blends a driving rock rhythm, bright guitar work, and Petty’s distinctive vocals into an upbeat yet emotionally nuanced track.
- The contrast between the sunny sound and raw emotional lyrics helps make it feel both accessible and meaningful.
📺 Video & Visuals
- A music video was released in 1995 featuring Petty and the band performing in the studio.
🎙️ Covers & Tributes
- Over the years, “You Wreck Me” has been covered by various artists. In 2024, George Strait performed a live country-leaning version as part of a tribute album to Petty.
