[Intro]
G F C G F C
[Verse 1]
G F C
She got a tattoo peeking out her blue jeans
G F C F
Devil’s horns on a dust cloud on the back of a Goldwing headed south
G F C
Got a bible that her daddy gave her the day that she graduated
G F C
She got a hell of an attitude and a filthy little mouth
[Chorus]
C G F
She'll be gone by the time I’m home
C G F C
Starting a wildfire on her own
G F C
And I’ll be damned if I didn’t see this coming from a million miles away
G F G F C
Baby it ain’t too late no
G F C
Well it ain’t too late, no you know it ain’t
[Verse 2]
G F C
She hates Tom Petty but she a damn little heartbreaker
G F C F
Walking irony in a brand new pair of heels
G F C
Cigarette smoke laid out all across the dashboard
G F C
That FM dial don’t work and I doubt it ever will
C
But still
[Chorus]
C G F
She'll be gone by the time I’m home
C G F C
Starting a wildfire on her own
G F C
And I’ll be damned if I didn’t see this coming from a million miles away
G F G F C
Baby it ain’t too late no
G F C
Oh it ain’t too late
[Verse 3]
G
Last I heard
F C
She’s in somewhere Arizona with a new guy payin’ her rent
G F C F
He’s twice her age and rich as hell
G F
Her mom and daddy wonder if she ever coming home
C G
She’d rather be out in her own little zone doing her own thing
F C
She gonna break that old man’s heart
[Chorus]
C G F
She'll be gone by the time I’m home
C G F C
Starting a wildfire on her own
G F C
And I’ll be damned if I didn’t see this coming from a million miles away
G F
Baby it ain’t too late
G F
Baby it ain’t too late now
G F G
Baby it ain’t too late to turn around
[Outro]
F C
Oh yeah
G F C
Oh baby no it ain’t too late now you know it ain’t
F G F C
To get to turnin’ around
G F C
Ah it ain’t too late no you know it ain’t
How to play "Ain't Too Late" by Ernest on guitar
This song features a lively and rhythmic progression using the chords G, F, and C.
The structure and chord transitions provide a rock-country feel that's both
catchy and dynamic.
Chords used: G, F, C
Playing Style:
- The intro sets the pace with a strong, rhythmic strum of G, F, and C. Aim
for a punchy and vibrant strumming pattern to capture the song's energetic vibe.
- Continue this strumming pattern through the verses, maintaining the momentum
and ensuring the chords are cleanly articulated to drive the narrative.
Common Mistakes:
- Not properly timing the transition between G, F, and C can cause the rhythm
to falter. Practice these transitions to ensure they are smooth and timely.
- Overstrumming can overpower the vocals. Balance your strumming to complement
the singing, not overshadow it.
Transitions:
- The transition into the chorus should be seamless, with a slight build-up in
intensity to highlight the change in lyrical content. This enhances the
emotional delivery of the song.
Lyrics meaning:
"Ain't Too Late" tells the story of a free-spirited woman who is fearless in
pursuit of her own path, despite the implications. The lyrics express a mix
of admiration and lament for her untamed spirit, emphasizing that it's never
too late to change course or come back home.
Remember:
- Ensure your guitar's tuning is precise to maintain clarity and resonance,
especially when playing chords in a progression that relies heavily on open
strums.
- Focus on the emotional undertones of the song through dynamic playing,
adjusting your intensity to suit the song's narrative shifts, thereby
enhancing the storytelling impact.