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CADILLAC COWBOY
Sung by: Chris LeDoux
Written by: Chuck Pyle
This song seems to be played mostly in barr chords at the 3rd and 5th
fret. Slide up from Db to the D and from F# to the G.
Verse:
HDold tight with a leather fist  Watch out when he staGrts to twist
That's what their daddies' used to teDll them boys
     How to ride them Abulls
I got a jingle Din my jeans                Sore places Gin between
And I'm leavin' on a sDaw blade            WAith a push and a pDull
CHORUS
10-4 Buddy, comGe on back           A horse trailer on a CadiDllac
Yeah, we're talkin' to the coAwboy          In the Coupe de VDille
Chug-a-luggin' up oGne side                Slidin' down the otDher
I'm a lover of the otAher side of the hiDll
Verse:
DTurn up that radio               Don't wanna think about a rodGeo
Don't wanna think about a roDund-up            Up in old CheyAenne
It's a crazy circDuit                       But still you worGk it
Turn down that souDnd, boys       Let's gAet up and check the scaDn
CHORUS
Verse:
Bandana hangin' mirror                 Still wet from eGar to ear
We'll, I guess it's trDue then              What the wise men sAay
When you ride your laDst one          Make sure he's the beGst one
Jump while he's moDvin'           Tip your haAt boys and walk awDay
CHORUS (Repeat 2 times)
I'm a lover of the otAher     Side of the hilGlD  A  D  

All chords in this song (3)

The story behind the song

Chris LeDoux was a true American original, known for his unique blend of country music, rodeo championship, and even bronze sculpting. His career saw him release many self-recorded albums, earning him gold and platinum certifications and a Grammy nomination. "Cadillac Cowboy" embodies the spirit of an artist deeply rooted in the cowboy lifestyle, bringing that authentic experience to his music. It plays like a tribute to the freedom and adventurous heart of the open road, combined with the enduring spirit of the West.

AI-written from these sources:Chris LeDoux — Wikipedia ↗

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CADILLAC COWBOY

Sung by: Chris LeDoux

Written by: Chuck Pyle

This song seems to be played mostly in barr chords at the 3rd and 5th

fret. Slide up from Db to the D and from F# to the G.

Verse:

D G

Hold tight with a leather fist Watch out when he starts to twist

That's what their daddies' used to tell them boys

How to ride them bulls

D G

I got a jingle in my jeans Sore places in between

D A D

And I'm leavin' on a saw blade With a push and a pull

CHORUS

G D

10-4 Buddy, come on back A horse trailer on a Cadillac

A D

Yeah, we're talkin' to the cowboy In the Coupe de Ville

G D

Chug-a-luggin' up one side Slidin' down the other

A D

I'm a lover of the other side of the hill

Verse:

D G

Turn up that radio Don't wanna think about a rodeo

D A

Don't wanna think about a round-up Up in old Cheyenne

D G

It's a crazy circuit But still you work it

D A D

Turn down that sound, boys Let's get up and check the scan

CHORUS

Verse:

Bandana hangin' mirror Still wet from ear to ear

D A

We'll, I guess it's true then What the wise men say

D G

When you ride your last one Make sure he's the best one

D A D

Jump while he's movin' Tip your hat boys and walk away

CHORUS (Repeat 2 times)

A G D A D

I'm a lover of the other Side of the hill

About Cadillac Cowboy Chords by Chris LeDoux

Learn how to play Cadillac Cowboy by Chris LeDoux with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Cadillac Cowboy chords”, “Cadillac Cowboy guitar chords”, or “Chris LeDoux Cadillac Cowboy 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 Cadillac Cowboy chords and for experienced players who want accurate Cadillac Cowboy lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include Db, D, F, G, A.

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