Capo 4th fret
[Intro]
D Em A7 D
[Chorus]
N.C. Em
I got one more heartache in me
A7
One more not so happy ending
D
One more love me just to leave me
D
One more done from the beginning
Em A7
Take me home tonight, and do me right then do me wrong
Em
I got one more heartache in me
A7 D
Well, baby, bring it on
[Verse 1]
D Em
Well, I knew just as sure as I walked in here what would happen
A7 D
I'd see you and you'd see me, then we'd be back in action
[Pre-Chorus]
Em A7
And here we go again
[Chorus]
N.C. Em7
I got one more heartache in me
A7
One more not so happy ending
D
One more love me just to leave me
D
One more done from the beginning
Em A7
Take me home tonight, and do me right then do me wrong
Em7
I got one more heartache in me
A7 D
Well, baby, bring it on
[Fiddle & Pedal Steel Solos]
D Em A7 D
[Verse 2]
D Em
Oh, it ain't nothin' new, girl, no, this happens all the time
A7 D
Neon and tequila leads to stayin' up all night
[Pre-Chorus]
Em Bm Em Bm A Em
And here we go again
A Em A
Mm, all of this trouble we get in
[Chorus]
N.C. Em7
I got one more heartache in me
A7
One more not so happy ending
D
One more love me just to leave me
D
One more done from the beginning
Em A7
Take me home tonight, and do me right then do me wrong
Em7
I got one more heartache in me
A7 D
Well, baby, bring it on
[Fiddle Solo]
D Em A7 D
[Pedal Steel Solo]
Em A7 Em A
[Bridge]
Bm
If I wasn't sad and lonely
E7
I don't know what I'd do
Em
Oh, but lookin' in your eyes, girl
A
I don't mind being blue
[Chorus]
N.C. Em7
I got one more heartache in me
A7
One more not so happy ending
D
One more love me just to leave me
D
One more done from the beginning
Em A7
Take me home tonight, and do me right then do me wrong
Em7
I got one more heartache in me
A7 D
Well, baby, bring it on
[Outro]
D Em A7 D
How to play "One More Heartache" by Ernest on guitar
This song also uses a capo on the 4th fret, transposing it to a higher
pitch while playing in the key of D major. The chord sequence is
straightforward, focusing on D, Em, A7, with some additional variations.
Chords used: D, Em, A7, Em7, Bm, E7
Playing Style:
- The intro, verses, and solos should be played with a light strumming
or a picking pattern that emphasizes the melody line. This adds a
tender feel to the song’s introspective lyrics.
- In the chorus, increase the intensity of your strumming. This part
of the song does not include a chord initially (notated as N.C.),
allowing the vocal line to stand out before the instrumentation kicks
back in.
Common Mistakes:
- Failing to transition smoothly between Em and A7. Practice this
change slowly to ensure clean sounding chords.
- Overstrumming in softer sections can overpower the vocals. Keep the
strumming dynamic and responsive to the song's emotional tone.
Transitions:
- The bridge introduces a Bm and an E7, providing a shift in the song’s
harmonic structure. Pay attention to these chords as they bring a
different color to the sound, reflecting the lyrical sentiment.
Lyrics meaning:
The song reflects a sense of resigned acceptance of repeated heartbreak,
with the protagonist almost inviting another disappointment as a familiar
pattern in their love life. The lyrics express a melancholy yet somewhat
cynical take on romance, using the music to heighten the emotional
narrative.
Remember:
- Adjust your guitar tone to match the style of the song, aiming for
a clean sound with a bit of reverb to enhance the strumming and
picking patterns.
- Emotional delivery is key. Sync your playing with the lyrical themes
to make your performance resonate more with the audience.