Workin' Man Blues
Get ready to channel the raw energy of the working class with 'Workin' Man Blues' by Merle Haggard on your harmonica. This classic country tune features a driving rhythm and emotional lyrics that translate beautifully on the harmonica, allowing players to convey the blue-collar spirit with every breath. With its straightforward structure and room for improvisation, this song is a perfect choice for harmonica enthusiasts looking to showcase their skills and heartfelt playing.
How to play the first line of Workin' Man Blues on harmonica
Get a G# diatonic harmonica
This Workin' Man Blues tab is written for a G# diatonic harmonica.
Read the hole numbers
Each number is a hole. A plain number (6) means blow out, a number with a minus sign (-5) means draw in.
Play the first line slowly
The first line is 6 -5: 1 blow and 1 draw note. Play it slowly, one clean note at a time, then match the rhythm of the recording.
Carry on line by line
Once the first line sounds clean, learn the rest of the tab one line at a time. This tab needs no bends.
Questions about this tab
- What harmonica do I need for Workin' Man Blues?
- A G# diatonic harmonica. The Workin' Man Blues harmonica tab on this page is written for that harp.
- Is Workin' Man Blues easy to play on harmonica?
- This song is marked beginner level. Its tab needs no bends.
- What are the first notes of Workin' Man Blues on harmonica?
- The first line is 6 -5. Plain numbers are blow notes, numbers with a minus sign are draw notes.
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