[Intro]
E A E A
[Verse]
E
You light a fire
D A E
Everything you do, you know it works
A
And I might burn the whole place down
E
This desire
D A E
This missing you just keeps on getting worse
D A
The longer I ain't around
E
I close my eyes
D A
See your dress hit the floor
E
Just three more nights
D
'Til I'm back on your porch
[Chorus]
E
Baby, I
D A E
I can't get you off of my mind
D A
Why would I want to, want to?
E
Baby, I
D A E
I'm wishing I could hold you tonight
D A
Arms around you, kudzu
E
Like a train on a one-track mind
D A
It's all you, baby, all the time
E
Need your lips here kissing on mine
D
Yeah, It's true
A E D
Baby, I
A E D A
Can't get you off my mind
[Verse]
E
Like a ghost
D A E
You're tangled up in my sheets in my dreams
A
But you know that ain't enough
E
Don't come close
D A E
To that 5'7", brown hair, real thing
D A
Oh, baby, I need
E
That whisper, those green eyes
D A
That shadow and that touch
E
Even when you're not here
D A
You're keeping me up
[Chorus]
E
Baby, I
D A E
I can't get you off of my mind
D A
Why would I want to, want to?
E
Baby, I
D A E
I'm wishing I could hold you tonight
D A
Arms around you, kudzu
E
Like a train on a one-track mind
D A
It's all you, baby, all the time
E
Need your lips here kissing on mine
D
Yeah, It's true
A E D A E D A
Baby, I
[Break]
E
This distance between us
D A
I hate all these reasons
E
That I gotta go
D
Yeah, until I'm back home
E
Baby, I
D A E
Ooh, ooh baby, I
D A
You know it's true
[Chorus]
E
Baby, I
D A E
I can't get you off of my mind
D A
Why would I want to, want to?
E
Baby, I
D A E
I'm wishing I could hold you tonight
D A
Arms around you, kudzu
E
Like a train on a one-track mind
D A
It's all you, baby, all the time
E
Need your lips here kissing on mine
D
Yeah, It's true
A E D
Baby, I
A E D A E
Can't get you off my mind
How to play "Baby, I" by Smith Conner on guitar
- **Chords Used:**
E, A, D
- **Chord Shapes:**
E: 022100
A: x02220
D: xx0232
- **Intro:**
- Strum E, A, E, A with a down-down-up-up-down-up pattern.
- Repeat the pattern to set the tone.
- **Verse Strumming Pattern:**
- Maintain the same down-down-up-up-down-up pattern.
- E (2 bars), D (1 bar), A (1 bar), E (2 bars), A (2 bars).
- Keep a steady, relaxed rhythm to match the lyrics.
- **Verse Transitions:**
- Focus on smooth transitions between E and D.
- Ensure the rhythm remains consistent and flowing.
- **Chorus Dynamics:**
- Increase the intensity slightly.
- Use a down-down-up-up-down-up pattern for E, D, and A.
- Emphasize the downbeats to highlight the emotional peak.
- **Chorus Chord Progression:**
- E (2 bars), D (1 bar), A (1 bar), E (2 bars), D (2 bars).
- Repeat the progression.
- **Break Section:**
- Strum E, D, A, E, D, A with softer dynamics.
- Reflect the introspective nature of the song.
- **Verse 2 and Chorus:**
- Follow the same patterns as Verse 1 and Chorus 1.
- Maintain the emotional consistency of the song.
- **Outro:**
- Gradually soften the strumming.
- End with E, D, A, E to create a reflective finish.
- **Common Mistakes:**
- Rushing the transitions between chords.
- Inconsistent strumming patterns.
- Not placing enough emphasis on the downbeats in the chorus.
**Song Facts:**
"Baby, I" by Smith Conner is a heartfelt song about longing and
missing a loved one. The lyrics convey the emotional struggle of
being apart and the constant thoughts of wanting to be together.
Smith Conner's emotive delivery and relatable themes resonate deeply
with listeners, capturing the essence of love and yearning.