[Intro] | E | E | E | E | E | E | [Verse 1] E Weatherman said there's a hundred percent chance I'm goin' out A E And there's a real good chance that I'm gonna burn the whole town down [Pre-Chorus] C#m B Pretty soon, pretty soon (Tell me what you gonna do?) N.C. I got a good intuition, I'ma make a bad decision [Chorus] A 'Cause me, my phone, and the neon's buzzin' E Three, four in and I'm missin' your lovin' C#m B We said, "Naw, never again" A F#7 And we said we'd be better as friends A But come over and don't overthink it B E Tonight you're lucky I'm drinkin' [Verse 2] N.C. (Two, three, four) E Best friend said, "Meg, you're diving off another deep end" (And maybe I am, hahaha, maybe I am) A E Are you sure you wanna go there? Sure you wanna jump back in? (Hell yeah, I do) [Pre-Chorus] C#m B Pretty soon, pretty soon (Tell me what you gonna do?) N.C. I got a good intuition, I'ma make a bad decision [Chorus] A 'Cause me, my phone, and the neon's buzzin' E Three, four in and I'm missin' your lovin' C#m B We said, "Naw, never again" A F#7 And we said we'd be better as friends A But come over and don't overthink it B E Tonight you're lucky I'm drinkin' [Solo] | A | A | E | E | 2x [Bridge] C#m Pick up a couple of lotto tickets B Throw a penny in a well A You're the luckiest man in Tennessee F#7 If you can't tell [Chorus] N.C. 'Cause me, my phone, and the neon's buzzin' A Three, four in and I'm missin' your lovin' C#m B We said, "Naw, never again" (Never again) A F#7 And we said we'd be better as friends A But come over and don't overthink it B E Tonight you're lucky I'm drinkin' [Outro] A Boy, you're gettin' lucky B E Tonight you're lucky I'm drinkin' How to play "Lucky" on guitar [Intro & Verses Strumming] - Use a steady strumming pattern predominantly featuring down strokes to maintain the energy and drive of the song. - In the intro and verses, stick mainly to the E major chord, allowing for a strong, consistent rhythm. [Pre-Chorus Transition] - Shift to C#m and B before a pause (N.C.). This builds anticipation. - Practice the shift from E major up to C#m and then down to B, focusing on smooth transitions. [Chorus Dynamics] - Introduce more dynamic strumming here, mixing down and up strokes. - Pay attention to the emotional delivery, especially when strumming chords A, F#7, and back to E, which should resonate with the lyrics' mood. [Solo Section] - Maintain the rhythm with simple chord progressions A and E. - This is a good section to practice maintaining tempo and keeping the overall feel of the song. [Bridge Technique] - The bridge introduces a slightly more complex chord progression with C#m, B, A, and F#7. - Work on emphasizing the narrative told through the lyrics by playing these chords with a softer, more reflective strumming style. [Outro Focus] - Return to a more rhythmic pattern to close out the song on a high note. - Ensure the transition back to A, B, and E matches the upbeat feel of the ending. Common mistakes: - Losing the rhythm during chord transitions. Use a metronome to keep steady. - Overcomplicating the strumming pattern. Stick to the basics to let the lyrics shine. Song Facts and Artist Bio: "Lucky" by Megan Moroney captures a narrative of temptation and revisiting past relationships with a playful and slightly reckless tone. The song cleverly uses gambling metaphors to describe the risk and reward of love. Megan Moroney, known for her strong storytelling skills in country music, explores themes of love, risk, and self-awareness with a modern twist. Her songs often resonate with those navigating the complexities of young adulthood and relationships.