Now playing

American Dream Plan B

Chords

4.837 votes

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Aminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Intro:  E   E   G   A   G  E  
       E E G A G E
Verse 1: 
EI'm gonna make my way through this world someday
I Gdon't Acare Gwhat Enobody say
EAmerican dream, political scheme
I'm gonna Gfind out Afor GmysEelf someday
Verse 2:
EWell I'm half-lit, I can't dance for shit
But I Gsee what I Awant, I Ggo Eafter it
EAnd my girl's alright, treats me nice
Sayin' nGothin' but a Awoman puts Gout tEhat light
Chorus:
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right
Til I get it rightE  E  G  A  G  E  
Verse 3:
EOh well, my baby no doubt dreams further out
Makin' Gmoves to Aget us Gaway somEeday
ENo my honey don't trip, shoots from the hip
Tell Gme evAerything Ggonna Ebe okay
Chorus:
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right
Til I get it rightE  
Interlude:
E  B  E  B  D  A  B
(solo)
E  E  G A G E
E  E  G A G E
Verse 4:
EWell, my mama so sad, Daddy's just mad
‘Cause I aGin't gonna Ahave the GchancEe he had
EMy success is anybody's guess
But like a Gfool, I'm Abettin' on GhappEiness
Chorus:
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it
                       D                     A      C(BCB) G  
I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right
Til I get it rightE  E  G  A  G  E  
This song works pretty well with open chords throughout but 
switching between barred chords on the heavier verses and 
airier open chords on the chorus can give the song a bit more dynamic and flavor.
Note: the "B C B" off of the C is not played in chords
Happy playing!

All chords in this song (6)

🎸 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

American Dream Plan B

by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

E E G A G E

Intro:

E E G A G E

Verse 1:

I'm gonna make my way through this world someday

G A G E

I don't care what nobody say

American dream, political scheme

G A G E

I'm gonna find out for myself someday

Verse 2:

Well I'm half-lit, I can't dance for shit

G A G E

But I see what I want, I go after it

And my girl's alright, treats me nice

G A G E

Sayin' nothin' but a woman puts out that light

Chorus:

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right

E E G A G E

Til I get it right

Verse 3:

Oh well, my baby no doubt dreams further out

G A G E

Makin' moves to get us away someday

No my honey don't trip, shoots from the hip

G A G E

Tell me everything gonna be okay

Chorus:

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right

Til I get it right

Interlude:

E B E B D A B

(solo)

E E G A G E

Verse 4:

Well, my mama so sad, Daddy's just mad

G A G E

‘Cause I ain't gonna have the chance he had

My success is anybody's guess

G A G E

But like a fool, I'm bettin' on happiness

Chorus:

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it

D A C G

(BCB)

I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it right

E E G A G E

Til I get it right

This song works pretty well with open chords throughout but

switching between barred chords on the heavier verses and

airier open chords on the chorus can give the song a bit more dynamic and flavor.

Note: the "B C B" off of the C is not played in chords

Happy playing!

About American Dream Plan B Chords by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers

Learn how to play American Dream Plan B by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “American Dream Plan B chords”, “American Dream Plan B guitar chords”, or “Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers American Dream Plan B 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 American Dream Plan B chords and for experienced players who want accurate American Dream Plan B lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include E, G, A, D, C, B.

FAQ — American Dream Plan B by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers

How do I play "American Dream Plan B" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers on guitar?

Open the free chords for "American Dream Plan B" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers 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 "American Dream Plan B" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers free?

Yes. The chords for "American Dream Plan B" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "American Dream Plan B" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "American Dream Plan B"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "American Dream Plan B" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "American Dream Plan B" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "American Dream Plan B" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers below.

What key is "American Dream Plan B" in?

The chords for "American Dream Plan B" show the original chord names (including E, G, A, D, C, B). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.