Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter
Required String Notes:F - A - C - G - C - E
Tune to Never Meant / Midwest EmoHow to Tune from Standard to Never Meant / Midwest Emo
Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 3 of 6 strings to play “Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 6 | E2 | F2 | Tune up a half step |
| String 5 | A2 | A2 | Leave as is |
| String 4 | D3 | C3 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 3 | G3 | G3 | Leave as is |
| String 2 | B3 | C4 | Tune up a half step |
| String 1 | E4 | E4 | Leave as is |
Recommended string gauge: .010–.046. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.Ernie Ball Regular Slinky (.010–.046) · affiliate link
Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown
"Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter" by My Dog Ate My Google Classroom Homework is played in Never Meant / Midwest Emo (F - A - C - G - C - E). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 3 of 6 strings: string 6 up to F, string 4 down to C, string 2 up to C. Some strings go down and others go up, so the tension shifts across the neck. 33 other songs in our catalog use Never Meant / Midwest Emo.
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Tunings Close to Never Meant / Midwest Emo
Already tuned to F - A - C - G - C - E? These tunings are just one small change away.
C6 Tuning (CACGCE)10 songs
C - A - C - G - C - EOnly string 6 differs: C instead of F.Custom Tuning (EG#BF#BD#)9 songs
EG#BF#BD#Same chord shapes, every string a half step lower.DACGCE3 songs
D - A - C - G - C - EOnly string 6 differs: D instead of F.Custom Tuning (FADGCE)3 songs
FADGCEOnly string 4 differs: D instead of C.Gear for Never Meant / Midwest Emo
Strings and tools that make playing "Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter" in Never Meant / Midwest Emo easier.
Ernie Ball Regular Slinky (.010–.046)
Recommended gauge .010–.046. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.
D'Addario Universal Micro Headstock Tuner
A headstock tuner makes switching in and out of this tuning quick, even on stage or without a mic.
D'Addario Pro-Winder (winder + cutter)
Retuning 3 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.
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“Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter" by My Dog Ate My Google Classroom Homework in?
"Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter" is played in Never Meant / Midwest Emo: F - A - C - G - C - E, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Teddie Chunky Peanut Butter"?
Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune up a half step (E2 → F2). String 4: tune down a whole step (D3 → C3). String 2: tune up a half step (B3 → C4). Leave the other strings as they are.
What string gauge should I use for Never Meant / Midwest Emo?
Use a .010–.046 set. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.
Other Songs in Never Meant / Midwest Emo
Once tuned to F - A - C - G - C - E, try playing these tracks next:
Never Meant / Midwest EmoIntermediate
F - A - C - G - C - ENo Capo
Never Meant / Midwest EmoIntermediate
F - A - C - G - C - ENo Capo