[Intro]
G D Em D
[Verse 1]
G D
Leave the window open
G D
Let the rain blow in
G D
I drifted off for a minute
G D
I ain't doing that again
G D
My jacket's in the kitchen
G D
I left my boots here on the floor
G D
Everything that I was hiding
G D G D Em D
I ain't hiding anymore
[Verse 2]
G D
Time's a lonely dancer
G D
She keeps you on your toes
G D
The holiest of answers
G D
Is the the hardest one to show
G D
You just saw right through me
G D
Like some hollow picture frame
G D
Made something out of all this shit
G D
That I thought was just a game
[Chorus]
G D
It's time to put that deadbolt on the door
G D
Because I can't hold it all back anymore
G D
All these broken little shadows on the floor
G D/F# Em
Well you just came and swept them up
G D/F# Em
And made me finally see
G D/F# G D
That maybe I could really be enough
[Verse 3]
G D
You wander over to me
G D
I hear you whispering my name
G D G D
A perfect hallelujah in a sweet and slow refrain
G D
Lonesome candle flickers
G D
I watch you taking off your dress
G D G D
The hardest part is over I got no sins left to confess
[Chorus]
G D
It's time to put that deadbolt on the door
G D
Because I can't hold it all back anymore
G D
All these broken little shadows on the floor
G D/F# Em
Well you just came and swept them up
G D/F# Em
And made me finally see
G D/F# G
That maybe I could really be enough
[Outro]
D G D G
D G D G
Could I really be enough
How to play "Deadbolt" by Will Hoge on guitar
Playing Style:
- "Deadbolt" features a steady, rhythmic guitar part that underscores the
song's reflective lyrics. It uses basic chords in the key of G major.
Intro and Verse Chord Progression:
- Start with a progression of G, D, Em, D for the intro, creating a melancholic
and introspective atmosphere.
Strumming Pattern:
- A suitable strumming pattern for this song would be D-DU-UD-DU (D=down,
U=up). This pattern allows for a flowing, consistent rhythm throughout the
song.
Common Mistakes:
- Ensure that transitions between chords are smooth, particularly when moving
to and from Em, as abrupt changes can disrupt the song's reflective mood.
- Pay attention to the dynamic changes between verses and choruses, keeping the
verses slightly softer and building intensity for the chorus.
Chorus Dynamics:
- The chorus uses the same G and D chords but includes a D/F# to Em transition
that adds emotional depth. This should be played with a bit more intensity
to highlight the lyrical themes of revelation and acceptance.
Outro:
- The outro revisits the G and D chords, ending on a contemplative note. Maintain
the rhythmic strumming and gradually decrease the volume to bring a gentle
close to the song.
Lyrics Meaning:
- "Deadbolt" metaphorically discusses the idea of locking away doubts and fears,
allowing oneself to fully embrace personal growth and relationships. It's a
song about finding strength in vulnerability and acceptance, signified through
the act of "putting the deadbolt on the door" to secure one's newfound
emotional state.
