Merle Haggard – Mama Tried Ukulele Chords

Key: C
Chords: [C], [F], [G7]
Tuning: GCEA Tune your ukulele
Difficulty: Easy
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The first thing I remember knowing
was a lonesome whistle blowing
And a youngun’s dream of growing up to ride
On a freight train leaving town
not knowing where I’m bound
And no one could change my mind but Momma tried

One and only Rebel child from a family meek and mild
My momma seemed to know what lay in store
Spite all my Sunday learning
with the bad I kept on turning
Till momma couldn’t hold me anymore

And I turned twenty-one in prison doing life without parole
No one could steer me right but Momma tried Momma tried
Momma tried to raise me better but her pleading I denied
And that leaves only me to blame cause Momma tried

Dear ole’ daddy rest his soul left my mom a heavy load
She tried so very hard to feel his shoes
Working hours without rest wanted me to have the best
She tried to raise me right but I refused

And I turned twenty-one in prison doing life without parole
No one could steer me right but Momma tried Momma tried
Momma tried to raise me better but her pleading I denied
And that leaves only me to blame cause Momma tried

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About Mama Tried

Artist and Song: Merle Haggard - Mama Tried
Album: Mama Tried
Genre: Country
Year: 1968
Difficulty: Easy
Tuning: G C E A
Key: C
Chords: [C], [F], [G7]
Strumming: D - DU - UDU

About Merle Haggard - Mama Tried Ukulele Chords & Strumming Pattern

"Mama Tried" is a song by Country artist Merle Haggard. It was released in 1968 on the album, titled "Mama Tried". Mama Tried is considered under Country genre.
  • The original key of Mama Tried is C.
  • D - DU - UDU is the suggested strumming pattern for this Merle Haggard song.
  • [C], [F], [G7] are the ukulele chords for playing Mama Tried with the original key (C) on ukulele.
  • Click here to start playing Mama Tried on your ukulele now.

What Are The Chords For Mama Tried On Ukulele?

You will play the [C], [F], [G7] ukulele chords while playing Mama Tried with your ukulele in the C key, original tone of the song.

How Do You Strum Mama Tried On Ukulele?

Mama Tried ukulele strumming pattern is D - DU - UDU. You can also try D (down) if the suggested pattern is hard for you.

Who Sings Mama Tried?

Mama Tried is performed by Merle Haggard. It was first released on the album "Mama Tried" in 1968.