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Mexican Joe

Jim Reeves

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for Mexican Joe by Jim Reeves in the key of D

Level: Beginner Decade: 1950s Genre: Country / Folk Theme: Life / Motivation Mood: Happy / Upbeat View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
  D7   G

Verse
SouGth Of The Border, Hey I Know A Lad,     D7​
He's Got More Fun Than Anybody's Had                    G​
GDon't Got No Worry, Don't Got No Dough,              D7​
Everybody's Wondering About Mexican Joe                          G​
GIn Old Mexico They Call Him The Rhumba King,                   D7​
Leads All The Women Around On A String                  G​
GWhen They Go Out They Get A Million Thrill                 D7​
But The Lovely Senoritas Wind Up With The Bills                    G​

Verse 2
GDancin Romancin Always On The Go Sun Shining Down D7On Mexican Joe                                        G​
GHe Makes The Night Spots Along The Bay                   D7​
People Want To See Him When He Comes Their Way                           G​

Verse 3
GHe Spreads So Much Joy Everywhere He Goes EveryoD7ne Shouts
Viva La Mexican Joe         G​
GHe Likes To Gamble At Poker, He's An Ace,                D7​
He's Always Lucky With The Cards At Ever Face                      G​

Verse 4
GAt Winnin' The Money,
He Is Sure A Whiz, BD7ut When They Win They Don't Collect
'Cause They Don't Know Where He Is                    G​
GDancin Romancin Always On The Go, Sun Shining DownD7 On Mexican Joe                                      G​

Verse 5
GHe Don't Got No Income Tax 'Cause He Don't Got No Dough             D7​
Still He Gets Along Just Fine We'll Never Know                G​
He's Got Everything He Wants, A Girl, A Song                    D7​
If We Use His Formula We Surely Can't Go Wrong                   G​
GHis Favorite Playground Is Anywhere There's Girls                       D7​
He's Got That Something That Sets Their Hearts A Whirl                        G​
GIt Couldn't Be His Money 'Cause He Ain't Got A Peso                     D7​
But When He Wants A Kiss All He's Got To Do Is Say So                            G​
GDancin', Romancin', Always On The Go, Sun Shining DowD7n On Mexican Joe                                    G​
Also available in: A7 (Original) C E G

FAQ

What are the chords for Mexican Joe?

The chords for Mexican Joe are: D7, G

What is the original key of Mexican Joe?

The original key is A7.

What is the difficulty of playing Mexican Joe?

The difficulty level is Beginner.

Can I play Mexican Joe in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can Mexican Joe be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play Mexican Joe on ukulele?

Chord Mexican Joe can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in Mexican Joe?

Mexican Joe uses 2 chords: D7, G

What is the easiest way to play Mexican Joe?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was Mexican Joe released in?

Mexican Joe was released in the 1950s. See more 1950s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for Mexican Joe?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch Mexican Joe to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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