Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 59 minutes ago
🎸 Life Is A Highway – Guitar Lesson | Capo 3rd Fret
Guitar Songsheet guitaristbandscore.blogspot.com/2026/06/life-is-highway-guitar-chords-capo-3rd.html
Tune: Life Is A Highway
Artist: Rascal Flatts
Original by: Tom Cochrane
Capo: 3rd Fret
Tuning: Standard (E-A-D-G-B-E)
🎵 About The Song
Originally written and recorded by Tom Cochrane in 1991, Life Is A Highway became a massive global hit. It was later covered by Rascal Flatts in 2006 for Disney/Pixar’s Cars soundtrack — the song became Lightning McQueen’s signature track, and this version reached Top 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, introducing the track to a whole new generation of fans.
The song’s upbeat, driving rhythm and uplifting lyrics about journey, freedom, and moving forward have made it a timeless anthem — and in 2026, it’s being featured as part of the official soundtrack and celebration lineup for the FIFA World Cup, bringing that same energy to the world’s biggest sporting stage!
🎯 Lesson Details
✅ Capo: 3rd Fret (no tricky barre chords needed!)
✅ Chords used: Simple open shapes — easy to play and great for beginners/intermediates
✅ Strumming pattern: Clear, steady rhythm that matches the song’s feel
✅ Full breakdown: Verse, Chorus, Bridge, and how to play along with the original track
📌 Timestamps:
0:00 Intro & Overview
0:30 Capo & Tuning Check
1:15 Chord Shapes
2:45 Strumming Pattern
4:20 Verse & Chorus Playthrough
6:15 Bridge & Outro
7:30 Full Play-Along
🔗 Links & Resources:
► Get the chord chart here: [Link]
► Check out my other lessons: [Link]
► Follow for more easy guitar tutorials!
💬 Did you know?
• Tom Cochrane’s original 1991 version won the Juno Award for Single of the Year.
• Rascal Flatts’ cover has sold over 4 million copies in the US alone.
• Life Is A Highway is now a fan-favorite for sports events, and will be heard across stadiums during the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
👇 Let me know in the comments:
• How are you finding this lesson?
• What song should I teach next?
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🎸 Life Is A Highway – Guitar Lesson | Capo 3rd Fret
Guitar Songsheet guitaristbandscore.blogspot.com/2026/06/life-is-highway-guitar-chords-capo-3rd.html
Tune: Life Is A Highway
Artist: Rascal Flatts
Original by: Tom Cochrane
Capo: 3rd Fret
Tuning: Standard (E-A-D-G-B-E)
🎵 About The Song
Originally written and recorded by Tom Cochrane in 1991, Life Is A Highway became a massive global hit. It was later covered by Rascal Flatts in 2006 for Disney/Pixar’s Cars soundtrack — the song became Lightning McQueen’s signature track, and this version reached Top 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, introducing the track to a whole new generation of fans.
The song’s upbeat, driving rhythm and uplifting lyrics about journey, freedom, and moving forward have made it a timeless anthem — and in 2026, it’s being featured as part of the official soundtrack and celebration lineup for the FIFA World Cup, bringing that same energy to the world’s biggest sporting stage!
🎯 Lesson Details
✅ Capo: 3rd Fret (no tricky barre chords needed!)
✅ Chords used: Simple open shapes — easy to play and great for beginners/intermediates
✅ Strumming pattern: Clear, steady rhythm that matches the song’s feel
✅ Full breakdown: Verse, Chorus, Bridge, and how to play along with the original track
📌 Timestamps:
0:00 Intro & Overview
0:30 Capo & Tuning Check
1:15 Chord Shapes
2:45 Strumming Pattern
4:20 Verse & Chorus Playthrough
6:15 Bridge & Outro
7:30 Full Play-Along
🔗 Links & Resources:
► Get the chord chart here: [Link]
► Check out my other lessons: [Link]
► Follow for more easy guitar tutorials!
💬 Did you know?
• Tom Cochrane’s original 1991 version won the Juno Award for Single of the Year.
• Rascal Flatts’ cover has sold over 4 million copies in the US alone.
• Life Is A Highway is now a fan-favorite for sports events, and will be heard across stadiums during the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
👇 Let me know in the comments:
• How are you finding this lesson?
• What song should I teach next?
👍 Like & Subscribe for more guitar lessons, and hit the bell so you don’t miss new uploads!
#LifeIsAHighway #GuitarLesson #RascalFlatts #CarsMovie #2026WorldCup #Capo3rdFret #EasyGuitar #GuitarTutorial
