[Intro]
Asus2 Dsus2 F#sus E
[Verse 1]
A
Heard it from a friend you're leaving
D
Town and ain't coming back
F#m
Your heart was always running
E
Hate that it's come to that
A
It's barely even over
D
Hardly had time to cry
F#m
Girl don't you think you owe me
E
At least a bad goodbye
D E
Might be too much to ask I know
D E*
But baby before you go
[Chorus]
A E
Come and leave me hurt
F#m
Come and leave me mad
E D
Come and leave my heart broken in half
E D
Leave me like someone I never knew
E D
Hating the hell you put me through
E A
Just don't leave me loving you
Asus2 Dsus2
[Verse 2]
A
Baby go ahead and slam the
D
Door on your way out
F#m
Tell me you never loved me
E
Girl kick me while I'm down
D E D
They call those heart broke teardrops fall
E
If you ever cared at all
[Chorus]
A E
Come and leave me hurt
F#m
Come and leave me mad
E D
Come and leave my heart broken in half
E D
Leave me like someone I never knew
E D
Hating the hell you put me through
E A
Just don't leave me loving you
[Break]
Asus2 Dsus2 F#sus E D E
Just don't leave me loving you
[Chorus]
A* E*
Come and leave me hurt
F#m*
Come and leave me mad
E* D
Come and leave my heart broken in half
E D
Leave me like someone I never knew
E D
Hating the hell you put me through
E D
Do whatever you got to do
E* A F#m
Just don't leave me loving you
E A F#m
Just don't leave me loving you
E* A
Just don't leave me loving you
How to play "Don't Leave Me Loving You" by Milligan Drake on guitar
is an engaging lesson that explores the emotional depths of this
heart-wrenching song. We'll dive into the chord progressions and strumming
patterns that paint its musical landscape, making it accessible even for beginners.
The song opens with a delicate intro, setting the tone for the narrative:
Intro:
Asus2 Dsus2 F#sus E
The verse begins with a narrative of departure, expressed through
a series of chords that evoke a sense of longing and reflection:
Verse 1:
A Heard it from a friend you're leaving
D Town and ain't coming back
F#m Your heart was always running
E Hate that it's come to that
A It's barely even over
D Hardly had time to cry
F#m Girl don't you think you owe me
E At least a bad goodbye
D Might be too much to ask I know
E But baby before you go
The chorus amplifies the emotional intensity, with chords that
drive home the message of a love not easily forgotten:
Chorus:
A Come and leave me hurt
E Come and leave me mad
F#m Come and leave my heart broken in half
E D Come and leave like someone I never knew
E D Hating the hell you put me through
E A Just don't leave me loving you
A brief interlude with Asus2 and Dsus2 chords provides a momentary pause,
allowing the listener to reflect before moving on to the next verse,
which mirrors the first in its structure but deepens the narrative.
Verse 2 continues the story of heartbreak and longing, followed by the chorus
that echoes the plea not to be left in a state of unrequited love.
The break and final chorus intensify the song's plea, utilizing slightly
varied chords to emphasize the song's climax and resolution.
Break:
Asus2 Dsus2 F#sus E D E Just don't leave me loving you
The song's structure, alternating between verses, choruses, and a break,
is designed to take the listener on an emotional journey, encapsulated
by the simple yet expressive chord progressions. The Asus2, Dsus2, F#sus,
and E chords in the intro and break serve as a musical motif that bookends
the song's narrative, providing a sense of completeness despite the unresolved
emotional tension.
In "Don't Leave Me Loving You," Milligan Drake masterfully combines musical
simplicity with emotional complexity, making it an excellent piece for guitarists
looking to explore the nuances of storytelling through music. The song's chords
and structure are accessible to beginners, while the emotional depth offers
a challenge to convey the song's heartfelt message effectively.
