Creedence Clearwater Revival - Lookin' Out My Back Door

How to play Creedence Clearwater Revival - Lookin' Out My Back Door by CCR on guitar

This is a great beginner song to learn because it moves with a steady, upbeat feel and gives you a simple groove to lock into. You can focus on staying relaxed and keeping the changes clean while the song keeps a bright, rolling energy.

Most of the chart uses barre shapes, with only Dm shown as an open shape, so your fretting hand will need to be ready for pressure and accuracy. The main change to watch is the opening B - G# - B - G# pattern, since that back-and-forth switch sets the pace and can expose any hesitation.

Start by practicing B and G# slowly until the move feels automatic, then add the full opening progression in time. After that, bring in the other shapes one at a time, and only speed up once each change sounds clear and even.

Use the play-along above to follow each chord change in time with the music, or learn the shapes first with the chord diagrams below.