Good Times & Tan Lines – Zach Top – Guitar Tutorial

zach top Oct 17, 2025

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If you’re ready to learn a fun, easy, 3 chord, feel-good country tune, this one’s for you! In today’s guitar lesson, we’ll go over how to play “Good Times & Tan Lines” by Zach Top — a perfect summertime song that captures that classic country groove and laid-back vibe.

You’ll learn the chords, strumming pattern, and rhythm that make this song so catchy and fun to play. Whether you’re strumming around the campfire or just picking at home, this one will fit right in your setlist.

🎸 Song Details
Artist: Zach Top
Song: Good Times & Tan Lines
Tuning: Standard
Capo: NO
Chords: D/A/G
Strumming Pattern: DUDUDUDU

Once you get these basics down, you’ll be able to play right along with Zach Top’s recording and capture that classic country sound.

👉 Watch the full lesson video below to see the chord shapes, strumming breakdown, and how it all comes together:

 


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This song really brings out that fun, upbeat side of modern country — and once you’ve got it down, it’s one you’ll find yourself playing again and again.

If you enjoyed this lesson, check out more of my country guitar tutorials on the Learn Guitar Favorites YouTube channel


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