[Intro]
Bm
[Verse 1]
Bm
First comes the pitch
D
Then comes the sale
A
Pretty soon you wash it down
Bm
With a Molotov cocktail
[Verse 2]
Bm
It's just the perks
D
Of the road to fame
A
Intentions so well-disguised
Bm
The lies don't seem so strange
[Chorus]
G D
I ain't saying I got a bad bad deal
A Bm
That I was wronged or innocent
G D
But the foolish choices a young man makes
A Bm
Are the same ones he'll resent
[Verse 3]
Bm
When the lights come on
D
The moths flutter in
A Bm
Oblivious that radiance eventually goes dim
[Verse 4]
Bm
The solitude of midnight
D
And the loneliness in the trail
A
Before too long there's reflection
Bm
But you can't see yourself
[Chorus]
G D
I ain't saying I got a bad bad deal
A Bm
That I was wronged or innocent
G D
But the foolish choices a young man makes
A Bm
Are the same ones he'll resent
[Bridge]
G D
Life's full of struggles, twists, and turns
A Bm
There's gonna be fires, and you're gonna get burned, burned burned
[Fiddle & Guitar Solos]
G D A Bm G D A Bm
[Chorus]
G D
I ain't saying I got a bad bad deal
A Bm
That I was wronged or innocent
G D
But the foolish choices a young man makes
A Bm
Are the same ones he'll resent
[Outro]
Bm
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Chord Guide
The song primarily utilizes the chords Bm, D, A, and G, creating a moody
and contemplative ambiance that reflects the lyrical themes. Here's how
to play these chords:
Bm (B minor): Barre your index finger across all strings on the 2nd fret,
place your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the B string, and your ring and
pinky fingers on the 4th frets of the D and G strings, respectively.
This chord sets a somber tone for the song.
D Major: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, your ring
finger on the 3rd fret of the B string, and your middle finger on the 2nd fret
of the high E string. Strum from the D string down.
A Major: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the D string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, and your ring finger on the 2nd fret of
the B string. Strum from the A string down.
G Major: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, your middle
finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret
of the high E string. Some players also add the pinky to the 3rd fret of the
B string for a fuller sound.
Playing the Song
Intro and Verses
The intro and verses start with the Bm chord, setting a reflective and
melancholic mood. The transition to the D and A chords during the verses
introduces a narrative of reflection and introspection. Maintain a steady
strumming pattern, focusing on the emotional delivery of the lyrics.
Chorus
The chorus shifts to a more resolute tone with the progression of G, D, A,
and back to Bm, underlining the song's theme of self-awareness and
acceptance of past decisions. The strumming here can be slightly more
pronounced, highlighting the resolve in the lyrics.
Bridge
The bridge, with the G and D chords leading back to A and Bm,
offers a moment of contemplation on life's struggles and the inevitability
of facing consequences. This section should be played with a sense of
poignancy, reflecting on the song's deeper message.
Performance Tips
Emphasize the emotional depth of the song through dynamic changes in
your strumming intensity, particularly during the chorus and bridge sections.
Pay attention to the transition between chords, ensuring they support the
storytelling aspect of the lyrics.
The Bm chord anchors much of the song's emotional weight, so allow it to
resonate fully with each strum.
Connect with the song's narrative. Understanding the story and emotions
behind the lyrics will help convey the song's message more effectively.
