[Verse 1]
D
I got regret, soul debt
D
Gotta get one hit
C
Sunlit, unfit
C
Still owe my alma matter
A
Nightmare, slow throwin'
A
Haymakers underwater
G
Gotta get my hair right
G
Love you, goodnight
D
Gotta get cleaned up
D
Pressed up, dressed up
C
Sun down comes around
C
Find me with my head down
A
Toes turned in with my hands in my pockets
G
Like a present day
G
Hesitatin' Huckleberry Finn
D
So I sneak out, peace out
D
Peek out the curtains
C
Of a blacked out bedroom
C
Passed out cartoon
A
Version of a person
A
With a whole hеrd of sheep
G
Just floatin' in a circle
G
With some capital Z's
[Chorus]
D G
Nevеr find me
A D
Waiting kindly
G
For someone
A D
To come remind me
Bm A G
Why I struggle so
Bb A D G D G D
Well it's all for the love of a girl
[Verse 2]
D
I got one older brother
D
He's a fighter and a lover
C
And every other day
C
He seems to rediscover
A
What the underlying meaning
A
Of the dreaming and the scheming is
G
History colliding with the soul and the showbiz
D
Don't save much
D
For a touchdown celebration
C
Runnin' out the tunnel
C
On a hundred foot elevation
A
Racin' through the scene
A
Like a drop of gasoline
G G
Through a 427 in a Ford Galaxy
[Chorus]
D G
Never find me (him)
A D
Waiting patient
G
For someone
A D
To come explain it
Bm A G
Why I (he) suffers so
Bb A D G D G D
Well it's all for the love of a girl
[Guitar Solo]
D G A D G A D
G A D G A
[Verse 3]
D
It's a hard up, hard luck
D
Planet that we're livin' on
C
Heartache partaken
C
Of the blue ribbon
A
On most of the trails
A
That we didn't put rails on
G
Showing at the funeral home with bells on
D
Gotta get woken up
D
Opened up all the way
C
Lawyer on the phone saying
C
Hey I just called to say
A
Still two or three bills in the mail on the way
G
Hope ya doin' all right
G
Hope ya had a great day
D A
Well as a matter of fact
G A
I ain't really doin' half bad
D A
I was out running errands
G
From early 'til half past four
G A G
And I got a good deal on flowers at the grocery store
[Chorus]
D G
Never find me
A D
Waiting kindly
G
For someone
A D
To come remind me
Bm A G
Why I struggle so
Bm A G N.C.
Why I struggle so
[Outro]
Bb A D G D
Well it's all for the love of a girl
How to play "Love Of A Girl" by The Avett Brothers on guitar
[Verse 1]
- Chords: D, C, A, G
- Strumming: Use a down-up pattern with emphasis on the down strums.
- Tips:
- For the D chord, place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the high E string, and ring finger on the 3rd fret of the B string.
- For the C chord, place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string, middle finger on
the 2nd fret of the D string, and index finger on the 1st fret of the B string.
- For the A chord, place your index, middle, and ring fingers on the 2nd fret of the D, G,
and B strings respectively.
- For the G chord, place your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string, index finger
on the 2nd fret of the A string, and ring and pinky fingers on the 3rd fret of the B and high E strings.
[Chorus]
- Chords: D, G, A, Bm
- Strumming: Use a down-up-down-up pattern to create a flowing rhythm.
- Tips:
- For the G chord, use the same positioning as mentioned earlier.
- For the A chord, ensure all three fingers are pressing down firmly on the 2nd fret.
- For the Bm chord, bar the 2nd fret with your index finger and place your middle finger
on the 3rd fret of the B string, ring finger on the 4th fret of the D string, and pinky on the 4th fret of the G string.
[General Tips]
- Tuning: Standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Transitions: Practice moving between D, C, A, and G smoothly. Slow down if necessary.
- Practice: Start with slow, deliberate strumming to ensure each chord sounds clean
and clear. Gradually increase the tempo.
[Common Mistakes]
- Ensure you are pressing the strings firmly enough to avoid buzzing.
- Check your transitions between chords; they should be smooth and fluid.
- Pay attention to the rhythm; it is essential for maintaining the song's flow.
Song Facts:
"Love Of A Girl" by The Avett Brothers is a heartfelt song about love and personal struggles.
The lyrics reflect the singer's introspective journey and the importance of love in overcoming
life's challenges. The Avett Brothers, known for their blend of folk, rock, and Americana,
bring emotional depth and sincerity to their music. The song encapsulates their
signature style of storytelling through honest and poignant lyrics.
Artist Bio:
The Avett Brothers are an American folk rock band from North Carolina, founded
by brothers Scott and Seth Avett. They gained popularity with their raw, emotional
performances and a unique blend of bluegrass, country, punk, and rock influences.
Over the years, they have released several critically acclaimed albums
and garnered a dedicated fan base.