[Verse] G I asked Jesus for a sign Am And today I haven’t cried Fmaj C It’s only 2 pm but that beats yesterday G So I guess that’s a reason to stay G When you’re drunk at 3 am Am You don’t call your ex girlfriend Fmaj C It’s been a couple months since you brought up her name G So I guess that’s a reason to stay Cadd9 G But you don’t try like you used to Fmaj You don’t look at me the same Am You used to say you’re sorry C Now whiskey’s what you blame G How much can a heart take Fmaj Till it’s really your last chance Cadd9 G C I’m a giver but I’ve given all I can Fmaj C We both know that I ain’t one to walk away Fmaj C G But I’m runnin out of reasons to stay G If I go find somebody new Am I’d lose your mom and sister too Fmaj C You know me and how much I hate change G So I guess that’s a reason to stay Fmaj C And I ain’t perfect either we all make mistakes N.C. But that don’t change Cadd9 G That you don’t try like you used to Fmaj You don’t look at me the same Am You used to say you’re sorry C Now whiskey’s what you blame G How much can a heart take Fmaj Till it’s really your last chance Cadd9 G C I’m a giver but I’ve given all I can Fmaj C We both know that I ain’t one to walk away Fmaj C G Fmaj Am C But I’m runnin out of reasons to stay G I’m runnin out of patience Fmaj Am C Damn I hate to say it Cadd9 G Fmaj I’m runnin out of patience and grace Am C And at the end of the day Fmaj C Findin last resort reasons we’re okay G Fmaj Am C Ain’t a good reason to stay Cadd9 G You just don’t try like you used to Fmaj You don’t look at me the same Am You used to say you’re sorry C Now whiskey’s what you blame G How much can a heart take Fmaj Till it’s really your last chance Cadd9 G C I’m a giver but I’ve given all I can Fmaj C We both know that I ain’t one to walk away Fmaj C G But I’m runnin out of reasons to stay How to play "Reasons To Stay" on guitar [Verse Strumming] - Begin with a soft, reflective strumming pattern using mainly down strokes for the G, Am, Fmaj, and C chords. - Keep the strumming light to allow the lyrical content about introspection and personal struggle to stand out. [Chorus Dynamics] - The chorus introduces Cadd9 along with the main verse chords. Increase the strumming intensity slightly to reflect the emotional escalation. - Pay special attention to transitions, especially from Cadd9 to G, to maintain the flow and emotional depth. [Bridge and Outro] - As the song builds towards the bridge and outro, incorporate more dynamic shifts. Use a combination of down and up strums to enhance the dramatic content of the lyrics. - The outro, with its repeated motifs, should gradually return to softer dynamics, mirroring the thematic closure of the song. Common mistakes: - Overstrumming in quieter sections. Ensure the strumming matches the song's reflective tone. - Losing the emotional thread in transitions. Each chord change should feel intentional and tied to the lyrics. Song Facts and Artist Bio: "Reasons To Stay" by Megan Moroney delves into the complexities of deciding whether to stay in a relationship that is no longer as fulfilling. The song poignantly explores themes of attachment, change, and self-reflection, making it a deeply relatable piece for many. Megan Moroney's ability to convey profound emotions with simplicity in her music has made her a respected voice in the country genre. Her songs frequently touch on personal growth and the nuances of human relationships.