[Intro]
Am G/B C C F
Am G/B C C F
[Verse]
Am G/B C
She's a long way from where she's going
Am G/B C
She ain't going where she's been
Am G/B C G
She's in the middle of a song she's still writing
Am G/B C
She's a dancer in the rain
Am G/B C
You're only here for little while
Am G C G
She's always gonna leave but she'll leave you smiling
[Chorus]
Am C
She's a wild flower
Am C
Growing up through the cracks in the concrete
Am C
She's a wild flower
F
Wild and free
C
She'll always be
[Instrumental]
Am G/B C C F
Am G/B C C F
[Verse]
Am G/B C
She ain't scared to sleep alone
Am G/B C
But she loves good company
Am G/B C G
She won't make a promise that she can't keep
Am G/B C
She settles down where she wants
Am G/B C
And her spirit rides the breeze
Am G/B C
A little sunshine on her shoulders
g
Is all she really needs
[Chorus]
Am C
She's a wild flower
Am C
Growing up through the cracks in the concrete
Am C
She's a wild flower
F
Wild and free
C
She'll always be
[Instrumental]
Am G/B C C F
Am G/B C C F
[Verse]
Am G/B C
She's a long way from where she's going
Am G/B C
She ain't going where she's been
Am G/B C G
She's in the middle of a song she's still writing
[Chorus]
Am C
She's a wild flower
Am C
Growing up through the cracks in the concrete
Am C
She's a wild flower
F
Wild and free
C
She'll always be
F
Wild and free
C
She'll always be
[Instrumental/Outro]
Am G/B C C F
Am G/B C C F
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Chord Guide
The primary chords used in this song are Am, G/B, C, G, and F. Here's a brief
guide on how to play these chords:
Am (A minor): Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the D string, and your ring finger on the 2nd fret of
the G string. Strum from the A string down.
G/B: This chord is a G major chord with a B in the bass. Place your index finger
on the 2nd fret of the A string, your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string
(muted or skipped), and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the high E string.
Strum from the A string down.
C Major: Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the D string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of
the A string. Strum from the A string down.
G Major: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, your middle
finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret
of the high E string. You can add your pinky to the 3rd fret of the B string for
a fuller sound. Strum all strings.
F Major: This chord can be played as a barre chord with the index finger barring
all strings at the 1st fret, the middle finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, the ring
finger on the 3rd fret of the A string, and the pinky on the 3rd fret of the D string.
For an easier version, play an open F, which doesn't require barring all the strings.
Playing the Song
Intro and Instrumentals
The intro and instrumental sections follow a progression of Am, G/B, C, C, F,
establishing the song's reflective and poignant mood. This progression is repeated,
providing a musical motif that recurs throughout the song.
Verses
The verses weave a narrative of independence and resilience, transitioning
between Am, G/B, C, and G chords. These changes support the story's unfolding,
highlighting the lyrical imagery of a wildflower growing through concrete.
Maintain a steady, flowing strumming pattern to complement the song's narrative.
Chorus
The chorus celebrates the wildflower's spirit with a progression of Am, C, and F,
culminating in the resolute declaration "She'll always be." Here, you can
emphasize the strumming to match the chorus's uplifting message,
allowing the chords to ring and resonate.
Performance Tips
Pay attention to the song's narrative and let the chord progressions enhance
the storytelling.
Vary your strumming dynamics to reflect the emotional shifts between the verses
and chorus, using softer strums for introspective moments and stronger strums
for declarations of freedom and resilience.
The G/B chord offers a transitional harmony that enriches the song's texture.
Ensure the bass note (B) is prominent to maintain the intended musical direction.
Connect with the song's themes of freedom, resilience, and natural beauty.
Your emotional engagement will add depth to your performance, making the
song resonate more deeply with listeners.