Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “American Kids” by Kenny Chesney.
The progression
Structure & dynamics
What's in the mix
The Big Revival (2014)
Recorded after a period away from the studio, the album has an energetic feel throughout, with Chesney revisiting the big, anthemic country-rock sound his live shows are built around. It debuted at number one on both the Billboard 200 and the Top Country Albums chart.
All of The Big RevivalKenny Chesney
Kenny Chesney is a country singer from Luttrell, Tennessee, who signed with a major Nashville label in the mid-1990s after starting out as a songwriter. He has sold over 30 million albums worldwide and built a devoted fanbase through extensive touring and a catalog of songs that lean into beach life, small-town nostalgia, and good-time themes. His sound sits squarely in mainstream country, with occasional pop and rock textures.
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Good to know
What key is "American Kids" in?
"American Kids" by Kenny Chesney is in E minor.
What is the tempo of "American Kids"?
"American Kids" plays at around 167 BPM in 4/4 time.
What chords are in "American Kids"?
The core progression is G, Em, Gmaj/3, C, Dmaj/3, and Emin/5, built around the E minor tonal center.
What instruments play on "American Kids"?
The recording features drums, electric guitar, bass guitar, piano, synth pads, and vocals.
Can I get "American Kids" acoustic guitar sheet music?
Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "American Kids" by Kenny Chesney, transcribed by Songscription.
Is "American Kids" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?
"American Kids" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 167 BPM in E minor with 10 chords to navigate, the part leans toward the harder end. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.
Is there an easy, beginner version of "American Kids" acoustic guitar sheet music?
Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "American Kids" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.
What album is "American Kids" on?
"American Kids" appears on The Big Revival (2014).
How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?
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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.
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How accurate is the transcription?
It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.
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