Three Lions (Football’s Coming Home) Baddiel, Skinner & The Lightning Seeds Guitar Lesson.

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will learn how to play the iconic football anthem "Three Lions" by David Baddiel, Frank Skinner, and The Lightning Seeds. This song, popular during football tournaments, is guaranteed to get any crowd singing along. Whether you're preparing for a warm-up act at a game or just want to play it for fun, this step-by-step guide will help you master the guitar parts.

Step 1: Get Your Guitar Ready

• Capo Placement: Place a capo on the first fret of your guitar.
• Key Adjustment: We will play the song in the key of G, even though the original is in A flat. This makes it easier to use familiar chords.

Step 2: Learn the Chords

Here are the primary chords you'll need:

• G
• D
• E minor
• A7
• C sharp bass
• B minor
• F sharp minor

Chord Breakdown

• G: Standard G major chord.
• D: Standard D major chord.
• E minor: Standard E minor chord.
• A7: A dominant seventh chord.
• C sharp bass: C sharp note played on the bass string.
• B minor: Standard B minor chord.

Step 3: Master the Intro and Verse

• Start with the sequence:
  • G
  • D
• Repeat this sequence while preparing to sing the lyrics.

Lyrics Cue

• When you start singing "It's coming home," follow this chord progression:
  • G
  • D
• Repeat it twice before moving on to the next part.

Step 4: Incorporate the Run Down

After singing "It's coming home" twice:

• Move from G to:
  • F sharp
  • E minor
  • A7
  • D
  • C sharp bass
  • B minor (with an air bass)

Tips

• For B minor, you can use your second or third finger to bar the chord, depending on what feels comfortable for you.

Step 5: Play the Chorus

For the chorus, follow this progression:

• E minor
• A7
• Repeat the sequence from the intro.

Lyrics Cue

• The lyrics match the progression. Remember to keep the energy up here as it's the most engaging part.

Step 6: Learn the Middle Eight

The middle eight features another chord progression:

• C
• F sharp minor
• B
• E minor
• C
• F sharp
• B
• C

Playing Style

• Feel free to adjust your fingering for comfort, especially on the B minor chord.

Conclusion

Now you have all the steps to play "Three Lions" on guitar. Practice the chord changes and get familiar with the lyrics to capture the spirit of the song during your performances. Whether you're playing for friends or warming up a crowd, this anthem is sure to create a memorable moment. Keep practicing, and you'll be ready to lead the crowd in song during the next football match!