Song Lesson: You Should Probably Leave by Chris Stapleton

Learn How to Play “You Should Probably Leave" by Chris Stapleton on Guitar with Tab, Video Lessons, and More!

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Song Lesson: You Should Probably Leave by Chris Stapleton

About this course

Taught by our top educators, TrueFire’s Song Lesson System is a hands-on contextual music-making experience designed to accelerate the learning process and simulate a full-band setting. Whatever level of player you happen to be, from beginner to advanced, there’s a rhythm or lead guitar part you can learn to play that sounds great in a full band context.

This You Should Probably Leave Song Lesson, as performed by Chris Stapleton, is presented by Tyler Grant, one of TrueFire’s top educators.

This Song Lesson Series Includes:
2 Electric Guitar Parts
1 Acoustic Guitar Part
1 Easy Guitar Strum-Along Part

The Backing Track Includes:
Bass
Drums
Guitar
Piano
Vocals
Click Track

What you'll learn

  • Play a complete four-chord song arrangement
  • Execute both rhythm electric guitar parts from the original recording
  • Apply dynamics and feel appropriate to the song's emotional content
  • Deliver an expressive guitar solo in context
  • Maintain consistent rhythm and timing throughout a full arrangement
Release date: 02/20/2024 • 1h 13m runtime
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Sample lessons
Full Song Performance
Full Song Performance
Reference Video of All Guitar Parts

What's included

14 lessons • 9 charts • 5 Jam Tracks

You Should Probably Leave by Chris Stapleton
In this song lesson, we're diving into 'You Should Probably Leave' by Chris Stapleton. This tune has a simple chord progression, essentially a four-chord song. We'll break down both electric guitar parts and also cover an easy strum version for the acoustic guitar, perfect for entry-level players to play and sing along. While this song can be played on both acoustic and electric guitars, using an electric guitar is preferable to achieve the right tones and touch for the electric parts. So, with all this in mind, let's grab our guitars and start learning 'You Should Probably Leave' by Chris Stapleton.
Full Song Performance
We'll start things off with a full performance of 'You Should Probably Leave' by Chris Stapleton, where we will reference all the guitar parts you will be learning in the course. Let's get started!
Easy Guitar | Lesson
In this lesson, we will explore the easy guitar version of a four-chord song, focusing on mastering the F sharp minor, A major, D, and E major chords. We’ll start with the song's intro and verse, practicing a three-chord sequence in a syncopated rhythm. The lesson will guide you through the chorus pattern, emphasizing the importance of clean chord transitions and syncopation. We’ll also tackle the bridge section, featuring a D chord with bass note variations, offering tips for mastering these movements. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to play along with the song, incorporating both the verse and chorus patterns, and confidently strumming through the bridge.
Easy Guitar | Practice Session
In this lesson, we will explore the easy guitar version of a four-chord song, focusing on mastering the F sharp minor, A major, D, and E major chords. We’ll start with the song's intro and verse, practicing a three-chord sequence in a syncopated rhythm. The lesson will guide you through the chorus pattern, emphasizing the importance of clean chord transitions and syncopation. We’ll also tackle the bridge section, featuring a D chord with bass note variations, offering tips for mastering these movements. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to play along with the song, incorporating both the verse and chorus patterns, and confidently strumming through the bridge.
Easy Guitar | Playalong
In this lesson, we will explore the easy guitar version of a four-chord song, focusing on mastering the F sharp minor, A major, D, and E major chords. We’ll start with the song's intro and verse, practicing a three-chord sequence in a syncopated rhythm. The lesson will guide you through the chorus pattern, emphasizing the importance of clean chord transitions and syncopation. We’ll also tackle the bridge section, featuring a D chord with bass note variations, offering tips for mastering these movements. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to play along with the song, incorporating both the verse and chorus patterns, and confidently strumming through the bridge.
Acoustic Guitar | Lesson
In this lesson, we will explore the subtle yet impactful role of the acoustic guitar in a song, focusing on its contribution to the bridge and guitar solo sections. We'll learn how to play the D chord with moving bass notes, emphasizing the importance of precise rhythm to complement the electric guitar. The lesson will guide you through the chord progression and strumming pattern used during the guitar solo, highlighting the need for groove and a bit of improvisation. By the end of the lesson, you'll be able to play the acoustic guitar part seamlessly along with the full band, enhancing the overall feel of the song
Acoustic Guitar | Practice Session
In this lesson, we will explore the subtle yet impactful role of the acoustic guitar in a song, focusing on its contribution to the bridge and guitar solo sections. We'll learn how to play the D chord with moving bass notes, emphasizing the importance of precise rhythm to complement the electric guitar. The lesson will guide you through the chord progression and strumming pattern used during the guitar solo, highlighting the need for groove and a bit of improvisation. By the end of the lesson, you'll be able to play the acoustic guitar part seamlessly along with the full band, enhancing the overall feel of the song

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Reviews

5 results

MarioGatermann

Verified buyer

01/19/26

Well structured!

The song lesson is well structured and the parts easy to follow.

kmargaris

Verified buyer

09/25/25

You Should Probably Leave

Great lesson, easy to follow. It’s a great song for beginners to get comfortable playing along.

bam0827

Verified buyer

02/28/25

You Should Probably Leave

Excellent lesson, and quality production. Will definitely look for more song lessons and lessons by this instructor.

bbaremore

Verified buyer

07/22/24

Excellent course,

Klaus

03/07/24

Great song and lesson by Tyler Grant, more Chris Stapleton please!

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