intermediate
Act Naturally
Jam Along
Chord Chart
Verse
D
D
G
G
D`
D
A
A
D
D
G
G
A
A
D
D
Chorus
A
A
D
D
A
A
D
D
A
A
D
D
E7
E7
A
A
Chords used:
A
D
D`
E7
G
Lyrics
They're gonna put me in the movies
They're gonna make a big star out of me
We'll make the film about a man that's sad and lonely
And all I gotta do is act naturally
Well, I'll bet you I'm a gonna be a big star
Might win an Oscar, you can never tell
The movie's gonna make me a big star
Cause I can play the part so well
Well, I hope you come and see me in the movie
Then I'll know that you will plainly see
Biggest fool that's ever hit the big time
And all I gotta do is act naturally
We'll make the scene about a man that's sad and lonely
And begging down upon his bended knee
I'll play the part but I won't need rehearsing
All I have to do is act naturallyDemo Videos
About This Song
Act Naturally is a classic country song popularized in bluegrass by Buck Owens and later The Beatles. Typically played in the key of D at a moderate tempo (around 120-130 BPM), it's a fun shuffle that works great in jam sessions. The chord progression is straightforward, making it accessible for intermediate players while leaving plenty of room for vocal personality and tasteful instrumental breaks between verses. Watch for the singer's cues when taking breaks, and keep that relaxed, swinging feel that makes this tune so enjoyable to play and sing.
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