TUNING; HALF-STEP DOWN
[Intro]
G
[Verse]
G
Well, it's me
Bm
In case you were wonderin'
C
Same old mess as I've
Em
Always been
G
I've been fightin'
Bm
Regrets and memories
C
Time has not healed me
Em
Like I thought it would
[Chorus]
C G
And I don't know which ones are worse
D Em
The nightmares or the hangovers
C G D
The sleepless nights or the passin' out and finally gettin' rest
C G
The slowin' down just reminds me of why
D Em
I started in the first place
C G D
The numbin' just fueled me for the runnin' away from the pain
Am C G
And I'm closer to the messed up than the sober thing
[Verse]
G
I've been workin'
Bm
What I mean by workin'
C
Been tryin' to find myself
Em
Who I am
Bm G
I'm still fightin'
Bm
Regrets and memories
C
Time don't give up on me
Em
Like I fear it will
[Chorus]
C G
And I don't know which ones are worse
D Em
The nightmares or the hangovers
C G D
The sleepless nights or the passin' out and finally gettin' rest
C G
The slowin' down just reminds me of why
D Em
I started in the first place
C G D
The numbin' just fueled me for the runnin' away from the pain
Am C G
And I'm closer to the messed up than the sober thing
[Instrumental/Solo]
G Bm C Em
[Chorus]
C G
And I don't know which ones are worse
D Em
The nightmares or the hangovers
C G D
The sleepless nights or the passin' out and finally gettin' rest
C G
The slowin' down just reminds me of why
D Em
I started in the first place
C G D
The numbin' just fueled me for the runnin' away from the pain
Am C G
And I'm closer to the messed up than the sober thing
[Outro[
G
Well, it's me
Bm
In case you were wonderin'
C
Same old mess as I've
Em
Always been
How to play "Sober Thing" by Cody Jinks on the guitar offers a unique
opportunity to delve into a song that combines emotional depth with
a reflective melody. This song is tuned a half-step down, adding a richer
sound that complements its introspective lyrics.
Tuning and Setup
Begin by tuning your guitar a half-step down. This adjustment means
each string is lowered by one semitone from standard tuning,
enriching the song's tone.
Intro
The introduction is simple, starting with a G chord. This sets the tone
for the song, inviting listeners into a contemplative space.
Intro
G
Verse
The verses follow a chord progression from G to Bm, then to C,
and finally to Em. This sequence underlines the song's theme of
reflection and regret. The key here is to transition smoothly between
chords to maintain the narrative flow.
Verse
G Bm C Em
"Well, it's me, in case you were wondering, same old mess as
I've always been"
This chord progression is repeated throughout the verses, helping
to keep the song's mood consistent and focused.
Chorus
The chorus builds on the emotional intensity with a progression from
C to G, then D to Em, before returning to C, G, and concluding on D.
This part of the song highlights the struggle between seeking solace
in sobriety and the temptation to escape.
Chorus
C G D Em
"And I don't know which ones are worse, the nightmares or the hangovers"
C G D
"The sleepless nights or the passin' out and finally gettin' rest"
The chorus concludes with a poignant transition from Am to C and back to G,
emphasizing a moment of introspection.
Am C G
"And I'm closer to the messed up than the sober thing"
Instrumental/Solo
The instrumental or solo section mirrors the verse's chord progression,
providing a space for musical contemplation that reflects the lyrical themes.
Instrumental/Solo
G Bm C Em
Outro
The song comes full circle with the outro, revisiting the chord progression
of the verse. It's a reflective moment, echoing the song's introspective journey.
Outro
G Bm C Em
"Well, it's me, in case you were wondering, same old mess as I've always been"
Performance Tips
- The dynamics of your strumming play a crucial role in conveying the song's
emotional depth. Adjust the intensity of your strumming to match
the mood of the lyrics.
- Smooth chord transitions are essential for maintaining the song's flow.
- The expression and dynamics of your performance should be guided by
the emotion in the lyrics, allowing you to connect more deeply with
the song's message.