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California On My Mind

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C
Well I got California on my mind
                          G7
I’m leaving this old town behind
C
I’m tired of sitting and I’m tired of pining
F
I’m going back where the sun is shining
C         G7           C
I got California on my mind
Well I got stuck in this dingy city
F
But I’m not gonna stay
C
I’m tired of these red brick buildings
D7                  G7
And I’m gonna leave today
C
It’s been one cold and dreadful winter
F
And I’m going back to the grapevine center
C          G7                  C
Pack up my things and be on my way
C
Well I got California on my mind
                          G7
I’m leaving this old town behind
C
I’m tired of sitting and I’m tired of pining
F
I’m going back where the sun is shining
C         G7           C
I got California on my mind
Well I got a gal in Redwood city
F
That I’d sure like to see
C
And I’d bet my bottom dollar
D7                   G7
She’s still sweet on me
C
Well I’m a homesick bat couldn’t be no sicker
F
I’m proud to say that I’m a prune picker
C             G7            C
This town and me just don’t agree
C
Well I got California on my mind
                          G7
I’m leaving this old town behind
C
I’m tired of sitting and I’m tired of pining
F
I’m going back where the sun is shining
C         G7           C
I got California on my mind

California On My Mind chords and lyrics

Free chords for California On My Mind by Merle Haggard. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

Well I got stuck in this dingy city
Well I got a gal in Redwood city

California On My Mind Chords by Merle Haggard

Learn how to play California On My Mind by Merle Haggard with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “California On My Mind chords”, “California On My Mind guitar chords”, or “Merle Haggard California On My Mind 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 California On My Mind chords and for experienced players who want accurate California On My Mind lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include C, G7, F, D7.

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How do I play "California On My Mind" by Merle Haggard on guitar?

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Can I transpose "California On My Mind" to a different key?

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

Can I see chord diagrams for "California On My Mind"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "California On My Mind" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "California On My Mind" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "California On My Mind" by Merle Haggard with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Merle Haggard below.

What key is "California On My Mind" in?

The chords for "California On My Mind" show the original chord names (including C, G7, F, D7). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.