Capo 3rd fret
[Intro]
Em7 A D
[Verse 1]
Em7 A
I've sent a dozen texts and I ain't heard jack
D
I guess she's busy playin' hard to get back
Em7 A
So I bought roses and her favorite wine
D
Thinkin' we'd be makin' up in no time
G A
But I'm parked out here on her street
G A
Looks like the joke's on me
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Sittin' here, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
Our break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A D
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Interlude]
Em7 A D
[Verse 2]
Em7 A
Yeah, I thought about takin' it back to the store
D
'Cause it's the nicest bottle that I ever paid for
Em7 A
But then again, if I had that money back
D
I'd just find a bar and go run up a tab
G A
I could go for a whiskey, I could go for a beer
G A
But hell, I'm already here
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Sittin' here, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
Our break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A F#m
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Bridge]
(F#m) Bm7
She just turned out the lights
Em7 A
Guess she meant it when she said goodbye
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Man I swear, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
That break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A D Bm7
Solo in the cab of my truck
Em7
Yeah, I'm drinkin' cab in a solo
A
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Outro]
Em7 A D
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How to play "Cab In A Solo" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
Capo on 3rd fret
[Intro]
- Play Em7, A, and D chords using a down-up strumming pattern.
Keep it steady and relaxed.
[Verse 1]
- Em7 to A: Transition smoothly, focusing on the down-up strum
pattern.
- For D, keep strumming consistently. Repeat this pattern for the
verse.
- On "Looks like the joke's on me," switch to G then A with smooth
transitions.
[Chorus]
- Em7 to A: Strum down-up and emphasize the first beat of each
measure.
- D to Bm7: Practice shifting between these chords smoothly.
- On "Our break turned into broke up," emphasize the D chord.
- Em7 to A, then to F#m to Bm7: Practice this sequence, ensuring
smooth transitions.
- Play the final D chord, letting it ring out.
[Interlude]
- Repeat the Em7, A, D chord sequence from the intro.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, maintain a steady down-up strumming pattern.
- Focus on smooth transitions and maintaining the song's rhythm.
- On "hell, I'm already here," transition from G to A with emphasis.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize the dynamics and key lyrics to convey the song's emotion.
[Bridge]
- F#m to Bm7: Use downstrokes to create a somber mood.
- Em7 to A: Let the chords ring out on "Guess she meant it when she
said goodbye."
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize the changes in dynamics and the key lyrics.
[Outro]
- Repeat the Em7, A, D chord sequence, letting the final D chord ring
out.
[General Tips:]
- Tune: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Strumming: Use a down-up pattern for a relaxed feel.
- Transitions: Practice moving between chords smoothly.
- Dynamics: Emphasize key lyrics with louder strums for emotional
impact.
[Common mistakes:]
- Rushing the strumming pattern: Keep a steady tempo.
- Choppy transitions: Practice shifting between chords to avoid
breaks.
- Not emphasizing dynamics: Use louder strums on key lyrics to
enhance the song's feel.
[Song Facts:]
"Cab In A Solo" by Scotty McCreery tells the story of heartbreak and
unexpected disappointment. The lyrics describe a man's plan to
reconcile with his partner, only to find her with someone else. The
song captures the raw emotion of realizing a relationship is truly
over. Scotty McCreery, a well-known country music artist, rose to
fame after winning "American Idol" in 2011. His music often explores
themes of love, heartbreak, and personal experiences, resonating with
fans through authentic storytelling.