Hank Williams Jr’s "Queen Of My Heart" is a country ballad with simple chord progressions and a gentle, heartfelt feel. The original recording features acoustic guitar at its core, making it very approachable for beginner players.
## Chords Used
A, Asus2, Asus4, D, E, G
## Chord Tips
- A, Asus2, and Asus4 are played in quick succession; keep your index finger anchored on the second fret of the D string for smooth transitions.
- To play Asus2 and Asus4, only lift or add your ring/pinkie fingers as needed from the regular A chord shape.
- Practice moving between A, D, and E, as these are commonly used in the verses and chorus.
## Strumming Pattern
A gentle down-down-up-up-down-up (D-D-U-U-D-U) pattern fits well. Keep your strumming hand relaxed for a country feel.
## Techniques
- During the intro and between lines, cycle through A, Asus4, A, Asus2. Try counting four beats per chord change.
- For the G chord in the chorus, use the most comfortable fingering. Moving to D and back to A is straightforward from G.
- When ending lines on [A], let the chord ring slightly before transitioning to Asus4 or Asus2.
## General Tips
Play slowly at first, focusing on clean chord changes. The repeated Asus4/Asus2 embellishments add color—don’t rush them. Listen to the original for timing and feel. With practice, the transitions will become smooth and natural.
IntroA Asus4 A Asus2
A Asus4 A Asus2
A Asus4 A Asus2
A Asus4 A Asus2
Verse 1I justA wanted to tell you whatD I think aA bout youAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
And IA don't wanna leave out some importantE part
CuzA you know I love you and ID can't live withA out youAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
YouA know that you are theE queen of myA heartAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
Verse 2I've hadA ladies of passion andD women ofA beautyAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
ButA you're the only girl I've opened upE to
ButA I closed up tight when youD left for aA notherAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
AndA that's the part I've neverE gotten usedA toAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
ChorusAnd theG Queen's still in England, theD King's still in Spain
A My love for you,E is still the same
YouD know that I want you tillA death do usD part
A You know that you are theE queen of myA heartAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
Verse 3IfA you get this letter, pleaseD let me knowA somethin'Asus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
IfA you're comin' back, or is it allE through?
HeyA just tell me yes or no,D don't keep meA hangin'Asus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
CauseA that's the part I could nevE er get usedA toAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
ChorusAnd theG Queen is in England, and theD King is in Spain
AndA all the King's horses, andE all the Queen's men
CouldD never do one thing toA keep us aD part
IfA you'll just come back to meE queen of myA heartAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2
OutroI'mA telling' you you are theE queen of myA heartAsus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2 A Asus4 A Asus2 A