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Dirty White Boy
The story behind the song
"Dirty White Boy" was conceived by Mick Jones as a tribute to Elvis Presley, celebrating the rebellious spirit that reshaped music and influenced artists like Mick Jagger. Jones saw Elvis as the original "dirty white boy" who paved the way for rock and roll. While some listeners initially misinterpreted the song, co-writer Lou Gramm clarified it's about an "irresponsible kid," not a racial statement. It was the first single from Foreigner's 1979 album, Head Games, and captures a raw, untamed energy. Playing it means channeling that sense of defiant freedom and rock and roll swagger.
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Dirty White Boy
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Dirty White Boy
by Foreigner
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Learn how to play Dirty White Boy by Foreigner with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Dirty White Boy chords”, “Dirty White Boy guitar chords”, or “Foreigner Dirty White Boy chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Dirty White Boy chords and for experienced players who want accurate Dirty White Boy lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, D, C, A.
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