Weezer - 'Pork & Beans' chords and lyrics

For my most recent post of a Weezer song, I went all the way back to 1994 with "Suzanne" from the original eponymous "Weezer" ( known as the "Blue Album" ).

Well, the boys are still going strong, and this time I have worked out my interpretation of their new single "Pork and Beans", from their second album with the main title of "Weezer", but which is known as the "Red Album".

Althought there are 14 years, a bunch of great albums and 22 singles seperating the two, Weezer have managed to retain the charm of their old sound, without compromizing or sounding repetitive. It makes me think of all of the promising bands who have tried too hard to keep their sound changing, usually ending up losing the old fan base along the way, without creating a new generation of loyal fans.

Not that Weezer haven't made innovative changes along the way, but just that they have never strayed too far from the sound they obviously were formed to create. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

I've worked out my version of the chords and lyrics to "Pork and Beans" and posted them to my Weezer guitar chords page. It's a really catchy song, I hope you like it, and will have fun playing and singing along.


Weezer's official site is at : weezer.com and you can check out their album and singles list on their CDUniverse page


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Aqualung - Strange and Beautiful guitar chords

I had previously posted just one song from Aqualung ( aka Matt Hales ) - which was the classic "Brighter than Sunshine", from the "Still Life" album, posted on my Miscellaneous Rock Guitar Songs page

Strange and Beautiful was actually the debut Aqualung single, from the "Aqualung" album, but both songs feature on the first Aqualung US album, also titled "Strange and Beautiful", which was my first introduction to the band/artist, and consisted of selected songs from the two earlier albums.

If you're not familiar with the music, the sound is kind of a cross between Radiohead, Wilco and The Shins. Check out some of the songs on YouTube, if you like 'em, see if my interpretations are useful in helping you to play the songs.

You can check out my version of the chords and lyrics for "Strange and Beautiful" at the link below:

Rock Guitar Chords page - Aqualung "Strange and Beautiful"

The official Aqualung website is at: http://aqualung.net/ , and you can view and/or purchase Aqualung music at the link below:

Aqualung CDs at CD Universe


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Kings of Leon - On Call chords and lyrics

This is my third attempt at 'chording' a Kings of Leon song - following on from "Bucket" ( from the "Aha Shake Handbrake" album) and "Fans" ( from "Because of the Times" ) both of which you can see on my Miscellaneous Rock Guitar Songs page

"On Call" is one of the other singles from "Because of the Times". It's a challenging enough song vocally, but I've worked out a pretty playable version with just 3 chords - G, Bm and Em. Click the link below to try it out:

Guitar Chords and Lyrics to "On Call" by Kings of Leon

or browse around the other miscllaneous songs on my "Rock guitar songs page"

The official Kings of Leon website is at: http://www.kingsofleon.com/ , and their albums etc are available to peruse or purchase online, just click the link below:

Kings of Leon CDs at CD Universe


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Rory Gallagher - Messin' with the Kid chords

Ok, I'm definitely 'punchin' above my weight' here. But... I'm a huge Rory Gallagher fan, and I actually have a Rory Gallagher chords page on my website.

I was just checking out some great YouTube coverage of concert clips from the 70's when I hit upon a mindnumbing version of "Messin' with the Kid", and realized I hadn't included this in the (short) list of Rory songs I have.

Now I know that the chords are a tiny fraction of what's going on in Rory's blues music, but I also know that people ( i.e. ME! ) like to play along with their favourite music from time to time. Also, from experience, I know that learning guitarists love to get into jam sessions with the more accomplished players, so if you're friendly with a guitar-shredding Rory fan, being able to play along with the rhythm for the song is priceless practice - and great fun!

So, I've worked out my usual basic chord pattern for the song, if you want to try it out, click on the link below:

Rory Gallagher guitar chords - Messin' with the Kid


Rory Gallagher's official website is at: http://www.rorygallagher.com/ , and his fantastic albums can be checked out at the link below:

Rory Gallagher CDs at CD Universe

For a great trip down memory lane, click HERE


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Wannadies - You and Me guitar chords and lyrics

One of the forgotten bands of the 90's, Sweden's The Wannadies' biggest hit "You and Me" is probably best remembered from the soundtrack of "Romeo and Juliet"

Still, it's one of those timeless rock/pop anthems, so having heard the song on radio recently, I thought it would be a good addition to the Rock song chords page on my Guitar Chords and Lyrics website.

You can check it out by clicking on the link below:

Miscellaneous rock guitar songs - Wannadies 'You and Me'


The Wannadies official website is: http://www.thewannadies.com/ , you can check out their music online at the link below:

Wannadies CDs at CD Universe


Check out "You and Me" on YouTube HERE

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REM - Supernatural Superserious chords and Lyrics

REM released "Accelerate", their 14th studio album, earlier this year. After the general disappointment of fans with its predecessor "Around the Sun", "Accelerate" marks a return to a more guitar-based sound. Which suits me just fine!

'Supernatural Superserious', the first single from the album is definitely reminiscent of earlier albums, I think it sounds as if it could have been on 'Monster'.

My chords and lyrics version of the song, suitable for either electric or acoustic guitar players is now on my guitar chords and lyrics website, strangely enough, on the REM page! I have quite a few of their songs, scroll down about halfway down the page. Check it out at the link below:

Guitar chords and lyrics to REM - Supernatural Superserious


You can buy REM albums online at CDUniverse - REM Music page

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Regina Spektor - Samson chords and lyrics

I had previously worked out and posted chords and lyrics to "Hotel Room" from "Begin to Hope", the fourth album by New-York-based, Moscow-born Regina Spektor. I had always intended that I would work on some of the other songs from this album, but am amazed to discover that the "Hotel Room" post was in May 2007!

So - I've decided to rectify the omission, and have worked out my basic chords and lyrics version of "Samson", another great song from the album. The song is now included on my Miscellaneous Pop Guitar Songs page, which now as 221 songs. The website ( PJs Guitar Chords and Lyrics ) has chords and lyrics to 1,710 songs )

The song is in the key of B major - I have transcribed it to A major to make the chords a bit more playable for learning guitarists ( you can still play along with the CD by putting a capo on the 2nd fret ) - but I've included the version in B for the purists! You can try your hand at playing the song by clicking on the link below

Regina Spektor - guitar chords and lyrics to "Samson"


You can buy Regina Spektor music at CDUniverse - Regina Spektor Music page

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The Frames - Neath the Beeches chords & lyrics

Since posting Glen Hansard's "Falling Slowly" last month, I've been listening to some of the Frames older stuff quite a lot. I'd almost forgotten what a great band they are, and what a fabulous voice Glen has.

One of the 'oldies' that shows off the talents better than most is "Neath the Beeches", a haunting song from their 1999 album "Dance the Devil". I already have "Star, Star" from this album on my Rock Songs page - hard to believe it's 9 years ago!

I've worked out fairly playable chords and lyrics to "Neath the Beeches" which you can find on my guitar chords website at the link below:


The Frames "Neath the Beeches" guitar chords and lyrics


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The Frames' official website is at http://www.theframes.ie/



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Futureheads - Beginning of the Twist

The latest song from Sunderland's post-Punk finest, Futurehead, has been banging around in my head for the past number of weeks, so I finally got down to working out a playable version.

While 'Beginning of the Twist', their new single from the upcoming "This is not the World" is not quite up there with "Hounds of Love" and "Decent Days and Nights" for me, it's still a great song to listen to, and even more so to play along with.

My version of the song, which should be suitable for either electric or acoustic guitar is available at my guitar chords and lyrics website, on the link below:

Futurehead - Beginning of the Twist chords and lyrics


You can buy all of the Futurehead CDs at CDUniverse - Futureheads Music page

The Futureheads official site can be found at http://www.thefutureheads.co.uk/ and their MySpace page is at http://www.myspace.com/thefutureheads


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Glen Hansard - Falling Slowly chords and lyrics

In February, "Falling Slowly" by Glen Hansard ( of Frames fame ) and Marketa Irglova won an Academy Award for "Best Original Song" ( From the film "Once" ). The Frames are one of the most underrated bands on the planet, and Glen ( who appeared as 'Outspan' in 1991's "The Committments" ), is thoroughly deserving of this great achievement.

It's a lovely, haunting song, I've done my best to work out playable chords and lyrics which you can find on my guitar chords website at the link below:


Falling Slowly - Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova


You can buy the Frames albums, including the "Once" soundtrack at CD Universe - Frames/Glen Hansard music page

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Colbie Caillat - Bubbly chords and lyrics

I first 'discovered' Colbie Caillat ( not literally! ) when she sent me an add request on MySpace about 18 months ago. She was an unsigned artist at that time, but listening to her profile songs ( to which Bubbly was added quite early ), it was obvious she was going places. Having been #1 Unsigned singer for an amazing 3 months, Bubbly finally broke the charts in the US, making it all the way to the #1 Spot.

For some reason, it's taking some time for Colbie to hit the same heights on my side of the pond - if you are one of the unfortunates who haven't heard her sultry blend of country/blues/rock ballad, check out the 6 songs on her MySpace profile ( Bubbly included ), and see why the song had 22 million clicks up to last August!!

For those who are familiar with the song, and would like to attempt playing it, I have worked out a pretty straightforward version which you can reach at the link below:

Colbie Caillat - Bubbly chords and lyrics.



You can buy her brilliant first album "Coco", featuring "Bubbly" and her other singles at CD Universe - Colbie Caillat music page

Colbie's official website is at http://www.colbiecaillatmusic.com/ Her world renowned MySpace page is at http://www.myspace.com/colbiecaillat - this is a 'must visit' page!!!



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The Arcade Fire - Wake Up Chords

Another band I really need to catch up with is "Arcade Fire". While being aware of them for some time, I really haven't taken the time to listen to their work.

They are a Canadian band founded in 2003 by Win Butler and Régine Chassagne ( husband and wife ), and have released two studio albums - "Funeral" in 2004 and "Neon Bible" earlier this year.

"Wake up" comes from the earlier album, and I've added my chords and lyrics version of the song to my Rock Songs Guitar Chords page at the link below:
Hopefully I will manage to add another couple from this album before moving on to "Neon Bible".

PJ's Guitar Chords and Lyrics - Miscellaneous Rock Songs

Remember there are over 1,600 easy-to-play versions of songs by top bands and artists on my website: PJ's Guitar Chords and Lyrics


You can view and purchase Arcade Fire CDs at
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