[Intro]
C G F C G C
[Verse 1]
G C F
She asked me where I was from
G C
I said "Somewhere you never been to"
Am F
Little town outside of Knoxville
G
Hidden by some dogwood trees
C F
She tried talkin' with my accent
G C
We held hands and waded into
G Am
That blue water
F G C
She left her flip-flops by my Red Wings on the beach
[Chorus]
C F C
Yeah but, now I'm dodging potholes in my sunburnt Silverado
F C G
Like a heart-broke Desperado, headin' right back to my roots
C F C
Somethin' 'bout the way she kissed mе tells me she'd lovе Eastern Tennessee
F C G C
Yeah, but all I brought back with me was some sand in my boots
[Verse 2]
C F
I said "Let's go shoot tequila"
G C
So we walked back to that beach bar
Am F
She said "Don't cowboys drink whiskey?"
G
So we drank bottom shelf
C F
She said "Damn, that sky looks perfect"
G C G Am
I said "Girl, you've never seen stars like the ones back home"
F G C
And she said "Maybe I should, see 'em for myself"
[Chorus]
C F C
Yeah, but now I'm dodging potholes in my sunburnt Silverado
F C G
Like a heart-broke Desperado, headin' right back to my roots
C F C
Somethin' 'bout the way she kissed me tells me she'd love Eastern Tennessee
F C G
Yeah, but all I brought back with me was some sand in my boots
[Break]
Am C F Am C F
[Bridge]
C F
I said meet me in the mornin'
G C
And she told me I was crazy
G Am F G
Yeah, but I still thought that maybe she'd show up
[Chorus]
C F C
Oh, but now I'm dodging potholes in my sunburnt Silverado
F C G
Like a heart-broke Desperado, headin' right back to my roots
C F C
Somethin' 'bout the way she kissed me tells me she'd love Eastern Tennessee
F C G C G
Yeah, but all I brought back with me was some sand in my boots
F C G
Yeah, but all I brought back with me was some sand in my boots
[Outro]
C G F C G C
How to play "Sand In My Boots" by Morgan Wallen on guitar
Intro:
- Start with the chord progression C, G, F, C, G, C.
Use a smooth, flowing strumming pattern.
Verse 1:
- Begin with G and C, leading into F. This sets a narrative tone.
Strumming Pattern: Gentle downstrokes for a mellow sound.
- The transition from Am to F and then back to G and C captures
the story's setting.
- Common Mistake: Ensure not to rush the tempo. Keep your strumming
relaxed to match the song's reflective mood.
Chorus:
- The chorus uses C, F, C, and transitions through G.
Strumming Pattern: Emphasize each chord change to highlight the
emotional shifts in the lyrics.
- The narrative deepens with the repeated line, bringing a sense
of longing and nostalgia.
Verse 2:
- Follow a similar chord pattern as Verse 1, but with lyrical changes.
Maintain the same strumming and feel to keep the story cohesive.
Bridge:
- The bridge shifts slightly with a focus on C, F, G.
Use this section to add a bit of intensity but still keep it controlled.
Outro:
- Conclude with the same chords as the intro: C, G, F, C, G, C.
This brings the song full circle, ending on a reflective note.
General Tips:
- Tuning: Standard tuning is appropriate for this song.
- Tone: Opt for a clear, acoustic tone to allow the lyrics and chords
to resonate well.
- Practice: Work on smooth transitions between chords, particularly
in the chorus to maintain the emotional impact.
Song Meaning:
- "Sand In My Boots" captures a fleeting romantic encounter at the beach,
contrasted against the protagonist's return to his roots, carrying only
the memory symbolized by the sand in his boots. The song reflects on
transient connections and the bittersweet residue they leave behind.