Capo 3rd fret
[Intro]
Em7 A D
[Verse 1]
Em7 A
I've sent a dozen texts and I ain't heard jack
D
I guess she's busy playin' hard to get back
Em7 A
So I bought roses and her favorite wine
D
Thinkin' we'd be makin' up in no time
G A
But I'm parked out here on her street
G A
Looks like the joke's on me
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Sittin' here, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
Our break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A D
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Interlude]
Em7 A D
[Verse 2]
Em7 A
Yeah, I thought about takin' it back to the store
D
'Cause it's the nicest bottle that I ever paid for
Em7 A
But then again, if I had that money back
D
I'd just find a bar and go run up a tab
G A
I could go for a whiskey, I could go for a beer
G A
But hell, I'm already here
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Sittin' here, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
Our break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A F#m
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Bridge]
(F#m) Bm7
She just turned out the lights
Em7 A
Guess she meant it when she said goodbye
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Man I swear, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
That break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A D Bm7
Solo in the cab of my truck
Em7
Yeah, I'm drinkin' cab in a solo
A
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Outro]
Em7 A D
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How to play "Cab In A Solo" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
Capo on 3rd fret
[Intro]
- Play Em7, A, and D chords using a down-up strumming pattern.
Keep it steady and relaxed.
[Verse 1]
- Em7 to A: Transition smoothly, focusing on the down-up strum
pattern.
- For D, keep strumming consistently. Repeat this pattern for the
verse.
- On "Looks like the joke's on me," switch to G then A with smooth
transitions.
[Chorus]
- Em7 to A: Strum down-up and emphasize the first beat of each
measure.
- D to Bm7: Practice shifting between these chords smoothly.
- On "Our break turned into broke up," emphasize the D chord.
- Em7 to A, then to F#m to Bm7: Practice this sequence, ensuring
smooth transitions.
- Play the final D chord, letting it ring out.
[Interlude]
- Repeat the Em7, A, D chord sequence from the intro.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, maintain a steady down-up strumming pattern.
- Focus on smooth transitions and maintaining the song's rhythm.
- On "hell, I'm already here," transition from G to A with emphasis.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize the dynamics and key lyrics to convey the song's emotion.
[Bridge]
- F#m to Bm7: Use downstrokes to create a somber mood.
- Em7 to A: Let the chords ring out on "Guess she meant it when she
said goodbye."
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize the changes in dynamics and the key lyrics.
[Outro]
- Repeat the Em7, A, D chord sequence, letting the final D chord ring
out.
[General Tips:]
- Tune: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Strumming: Use a down-up pattern for a relaxed feel.
- Transitions: Practice moving between chords smoothly.
- Dynamics: Emphasize key lyrics with louder strums for emotional
impact.
[Common mistakes:]
- Rushing the strumming pattern: Keep a steady tempo.
- Choppy transitions: Practice shifting between chords to avoid
breaks.
- Not emphasizing dynamics: Use louder strums on key lyrics to
enhance the song's feel.
[Song Facts:]
"Cab In A Solo" by Scotty McCreery tells the story of heartbreak and
unexpected disappointment. The lyrics describe a man's plan to
reconcile with his partner, only to find her with someone else. The
song captures the raw emotion of realizing a relationship is truly
over. Scotty McCreery, a well-known country music artist, rose to
fame after winning "American Idol" in 2011. His music often explores
themes of love, heartbreak, and personal experiences, resonating with
fans through authentic storytelling.
Capo 3rd fret
[Intro]
Em7 A D
[Verse 1]
Em7 A
I've sent a dozen texts and I ain't heard jack
D
I guess she's busy playin' hard to get back
Em7 A
So I bought roses and her favorite wine
D
Thinkin' we'd be makin' up in no time
G A
But I'm parked out here on her street
G A
Looks like the joke's on me
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Sittin' here, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
Our break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A D
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Interlude]
Em7 A D
[Verse 2]
Em7 A
Yeah, I thought about takin' it back to the store
D
'Cause it's the nicest bottle that I ever paid for
Em7 A
But then again, if I had that money back
D
I'd just find a bar and go run up a tab
G A
I could go for a whiskey, I could go for a beer
G A
But hell, I'm already here
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Sittin' here, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
Our break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A F#m
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Bridge]
(F#m) Bm7
She just turned out the lights
Em7 A
Guess she meant it when she said goodbye
[Chorus]
Em7 A
Man I swear, I can't believe what I just saw
D Bm7
Couple shadows kissin' on her bedroom wall
Em7 A
It's lookin' like my plan didn't work out at all
D
That break turned into broke up
Em7 A
So now I'm findin' out how a heartbreak tastes
F#m Bm7
With a Silver Oak, nineteen ninety eight
Em7
Drinkin' cab in a solo
A D Bm7
Solo in the cab of my truck
Em7
Yeah, I'm drinkin' cab in a solo
A
Solo in the cab of my truck
[Outro]
Em7 A D
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How to play "Cab In A Solo" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
Capo on 3rd fret
[Intro]
- Play Em7, A, and D chords using a down-up strumming pattern.
Keep it steady and relaxed.
[Verse 1]
- Em7 to A: Transition smoothly, focusing on the down-up strum
pattern.
- For D, keep strumming consistently. Repeat this pattern for the
verse.
- On "Looks like the joke's on me," switch to G then A with smooth
transitions.
[Chorus]
- Em7 to A: Strum down-up and emphasize the first beat of each
measure.
- D to Bm7: Practice shifting between these chords smoothly.
- On "Our break turned into broke up," emphasize the D chord.
- Em7 to A, then to F#m to Bm7: Practice this sequence, ensuring
smooth transitions.
- Play the final D chord, letting it ring out.
[Interlude]
- Repeat the Em7, A, D chord sequence from the intro.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, maintain a steady down-up strumming pattern.
- Focus on smooth transitions and maintaining the song's rhythm.
- On "hell, I'm already here," transition from G to A with emphasis.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize the dynamics and key lyrics to convey the song's emotion.
[Bridge]
- F#m to Bm7: Use downstrokes to create a somber mood.
- Em7 to A: Let the chords ring out on "Guess she meant it when she
said goodbye."
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize the changes in dynamics and the key lyrics.
[Outro]
- Repeat the Em7, A, D chord sequence, letting the final D chord ring
out.
[General Tips:]
- Tune: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Strumming: Use a down-up pattern for a relaxed feel.
- Transitions: Practice moving between chords smoothly.
- Dynamics: Emphasize key lyrics with louder strums for emotional
impact.
[Common mistakes:]
- Rushing the strumming pattern: Keep a steady tempo.
- Choppy transitions: Practice shifting between chords to avoid
breaks.
- Not emphasizing dynamics: Use louder strums on key lyrics to
enhance the song's feel.
[Song Facts:]
"Cab In A Solo" by Scotty McCreery tells the story of heartbreak and
unexpected disappointment. The lyrics describe a man's plan to
reconcile with his partner, only to find her with someone else. The
song captures the raw emotion of realizing a relationship is truly
over. Scotty McCreery, a well-known country music artist, rose to
fame after winning "American Idol" in 2011. His music often explores
themes of love, heartbreak, and personal experiences, resonating with
fans through authentic storytelling.