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Learn How to Play the Greatest Charlie Rich Songs on Guitar
Charlie Rich brought elegance and soul to country music, and his greatest hits continue to inspire generations. In this collection, you’ll learn how to play five of his most iconic songs on acoustic guitar.
Whether you’re a fan of smooth ballads or upbeat grooves, this page will guide you through the chords, rhythm patterns, and feel of each song. Let’s explore the music of “The Silver Fox” one lesson at a time.
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Charlie Rich Guitar Lesson Titles
A Very Special Love SongBehind Closed Doors
Keep On Rollin With The Flow
Mohair Sam
The Most Beautiful Girl In The World
1. A Very Special Love Song - Learn To Play On Guitar
A Very Special Love Song is a romantic country tune written by Billy Sherrill and Norro Wilson. Charlie Rich recorded it in 1974, and it became one of his biggest hits, reaching number 1 on the country music charts.
It was so good that Rich was nominated for a Grammy award for his performance. Other famous country singers have also recorded this song over the years.
"A Very Special Love Song" helped make Charlie Rich even more famous in country music, and many people still love listening to it today.
Chords And Strumming
I play this one in standard tuning with a few riffs in the rhythm which is a root up down up root up down up and repeat. For chords you'll need a C, Caug, D7, Dm7, G, Em, Am, F, D#, A#, Gm and G7.
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2. Behind Closed Doors - Learn To Play On Guitar
Behind Closed Doors is another famous country song recorded by Charlie Rich in 1973. Kenny O'Dell wrote the song, and Billy Sherrill produced it. It became a huge hit, reaching number 1 on both country and pop music charts in the US and other countries.
The song is about the private moments between two people in love, suggesting that what happens in private should stay private. Rich's smooth singing made the song very popular.
"Behind Closed Doors" won Charlie Rich a Grammy Award in 1974. Many other singers have performed this song since then.
It helped make Charlie Rich one of the biggest names in country music at the time. Today, many people still consider it one of the best country songs ever made.
Chords And Strumming
Played with a root down up root up down up repeat rhythm pattern and blend in a few riffs for picking. Use the chords C, F, G, Dm and Em in standard tuning.
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3. Keep On Rollin With The Flow - Learn To Play On Guitar
Keep On Rollin' with the Flow is a country song written by Jerry Hayes and recorded by Charlie Rich in 1976. It became a big hit, reaching number 1 on the country music charts and doing well on pop charts too.
The song has a positive message about keeping a good attitude and moving forward in life, even when things get tough. It has a lively tune with a catchy guitar part that people remember.
Rich's powerful singing made his version of the song really popular. Over the years, other country singers have performed "Rollin' with the Flow," showing that people still enjoy this upbeat classic country song.
Chords And Strumming
I use a Drop D tuning for this one and a capo on the 3rd fret. Some picking required as you play though the chords D, D7, G, A7, E and E7. Use a root up down up bass up down up pattern here.
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4. Mohair Sam - Learn To Play On Guitar
Mohair Sam is a lively song written by Dallas Frazier and first recorded by Charlie Rich in 1965. It became popular, reaching high spots on both pop and country music charts.
The song is about a stylish man named Mohair Sam who wears fancy clothes, drives a nice car, and is liked by many women.
Other famous singers have also performed "Mohair Sam" over the years. The song was part of Rich's album "The Many New Sides of Charlie Rich" and people still enjoy its upbeat sound today.
Chords And Strumming
This one works well with a Drop D tuning arrangement and a down down up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. Some lead in this one with the chords D, D7, G, A7 and E7.
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5. The Most Beautiful Girl In The World - Learn To Play On Guitar
The Most Beautiful Girl In The World is a romantic song written by Bill Sherrill, Norris Wilson, and Rory Bourke.
Charlie Rich recorded it in 1973, and it quickly became a huge hit. The song reached number one on both country and pop charts in the US and was popular in the UK too.
Over the years, many other singers have performed "The Most Beautiful Girl," showing how much people still enjoy this classic love song.
Chords And Strumming
I play this one in standard tuning with a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern with a few riffs blended into the strumming. The chords here are G, C, Dm, G7, E, A7, D, Cm, Gm, Gm/Gb, Gm/F, Gm/E and a D7.
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These Charlie Rich songs offer a rich mix of heartfelt emotion and classic country charm—perfect for your acoustic repertoire.
Whether you're strumming through a soulful ballad or tapping into his crossover hits, each lesson brings you closer to the essence of Charlie's timeless sound. Ready to keep learning? Browse more country legends in the section below.
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