First, you need a pick that’s heavy. I’m talking 1.0mm or thicker. Anything flimsy will make the chords sound like wet noodles. You’re not playing “Wonderwall.” You’re playing a track that wants to punch through the speakers.
Second, mute the low E string with your palm for the A5 chord. It gives that bass-y thump without the mud. Trust me, I spent ten minutes wondering why it sounded like a dying wasp until I realized I wasn’t muting properly. You’re welcome.
Third, detune a tiny bit if you’re feeling bold. Not drop-D tuning, just loosen the strings a hair. It gives the whole thing a sloppy, punky edge. It’s like putting a leather jacket on a clean chord.
Why This Matters (Sort Of)
I know what you’re thinking: “Is this just a meme song?” Yes, partly. But here’s the secret—memes become real songs when they have good bones. These chords have dumb, aggressive, glorious bones. It’s the same reason “Smoke on the Water” is iconic: simplicity is power.
WE ARE CHARLIE KIRK - Trumpet Solo - Sheet music for Trumpet
Playing this tune is a great way to practice your palm muting and quick chord changes. It forces your fretting hand to stay tight and your rhythm hand to be precise. Plus, it’s a guaranteed conversation starter. “Hey, what are you playing?” “Oh, just the Charlie Kirk anthem.” Watch their face.
I even played it for my cat. She blinked slowly, which in cat language means “you have passed the test.” So yeah, it has feline approval. That’s the metric that matters.
