Now playing

Drinkin

Chords

4.924 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Gmajor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Holly plays the same Chords throughout the entire song.  The picking is simple too.  
Just get the pattern
down and you will have the whole song, including instrumentals down.  Thanks!
Tuning: Capo on 7th fret
GWhy are you drinkin' like the Cadd9night is youngG?
GWhy are you drinkin' like the Cadd9night is youngG?
DThe kids are in the bed and the Cadd9day is long done.
GSo, why are you drinkin' like the Dnight is younGg?
GWhy are you screamin' like I Cadd9don't have earsG?
GYeah, Why are you screamin' like I Cadd9don't have earGs?
DBaby, I can hear you Cadd9loud and clear.
GSo, why are you screamin' like I Ddon't have Gears?
Why are you cheatin’ on a woman like this?
Hey, why are you cheatin’ on a woman like this?
I raise your babies and I kiss your lips.
So, why are you cheatin’ on a woman like this?
Instrumental
G  Cadd9  G  Cadd9  D  Cadd9  G D G
Why are you leavin’ like we don’t exist?
Yeah, why are you leavin’ like we don’t exist?
You’re packing your bags and I clench my fist.
So, why are you leavin’ like we don’t exist?
Now I’m here drinkin’ like the night is young.
Hey, I’m here drinkin’ like the night is young.
Mama took the kids and the money’s all gone.
And I’m here drinkin’ like the night is young.
(G)                                (D)  (G)
Don’t die drinkin’ like the night is young.

All chords in this song (3)

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Drinkin

by Holly Williams

Lyrics & chords · Original key · Capo on fret 7 (as written in this song)

Chords in this song · guitar

Cadd9

Holly plays the same Chords throughout the entire song. The picking is simple too.

Just get the pattern

down and you will have the whole song, including instrumentals down. Thanks!

Tuning: Capo on 7th fret

G Cadd9 G

Why are you drinkin' like the night is young?

G Cadd9 G

Why are you drinkin' like the night is young?

D Cadd9

The kids are in the bed and the day is long done.

G D G

So, why are you drinkin' like the night is young?

G Cadd9 G

Why are you screamin' like I don't have ears?

G Cadd9 G

Yeah, Why are you screamin' like I don't have ears?

D Cadd9

Baby, I can hear you loud and clear.

G D G

So, why are you screamin' like I don't have ears?

Why are you cheatin’ on a woman like this?

Hey, why are you cheatin’ on a woman like this?

I raise your babies and I kiss your lips.

So, why are you cheatin’ on a woman like this?

Instrumental

G Cadd9 G Cadd9 D Cadd9 G D G

Why are you leavin’ like we don’t exist?

Yeah, why are you leavin’ like we don’t exist?

You’re packing your bags and I clench my fist.

So, why are you leavin’ like we don’t exist?

Now I’m here drinkin’ like the night is young.

Hey, I’m here drinkin’ like the night is young.

Mama took the kids and the money’s all gone.

And I’m here drinkin’ like the night is young.

G D G

() () ()

Don’t die drinkin’ like the night is young.

About Drinkin Chords by Holly Williams

Learn how to play Drinkin by Holly Williams with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Drinkin chords”, “Drinkin guitar chords”, or “Holly Williams Drinkin 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 Drinkin chords and for experienced players who want accurate Drinkin lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include G, Cadd9, D.

FAQ — Drinkin by Holly Williams

How do I play "Drinkin" by Holly Williams on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Drinkin" by Holly Williams on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Drinkin" by Holly Williams free?

Yes. The chords for "Drinkin" by Holly Williams are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Drinkin" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Drinkin" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Drinkin"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Drinkin" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Drinkin" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Drinkin" by Holly Williams with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Holly Williams below.

What key is "Drinkin" in?

The chords for "Drinkin" show the original chord names (including G, Cadd9, D). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.