Capo 1st fret
[Intro]
C F
[Verse 1]
Am7
Hey, Rose
F C
Who put thorns around your heart so nobody else would ever get too close?
Am7
Hey, Rose
F C
Did somebody start a fire just to put it out and leave you in the smoke?
Am7 G F
Did the one who came before me come along and steal the glory from your soul?
F
Hey, Rose
[Chorus]
C/E F G Am7
You're the kind of growin' wild that don't come by the dozen
C/E F G Am7
There's a million colors in your eyes and pretty's just one of 'em
C/E F E/F#
I would be your blue skies and your sunshine
Am7 D F
Girl, I'd never let you go if you were mine to hold
G
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
C F
Hey, Rose
[Verse 2]
Am7
Damn, Rose
F C
I wish it'd been me that caught you when you fell for what you thought might be forever
Am7
Sweet Rose
F C G
It's too late to stop the rain, but maybe there's a chance for me to be some shelter
[Chorus]
C/E F G Am7
'Cause you're the kind of growin' wild that don't come by the dozen
C/E F G Am7
There's a million colors in your eyes and pretty's just one of 'em
C/E F E/F#
I would be your blue skies and your sunshine
Am7 D F
Girl, I'd never let you go if you were mine to hold
G
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Am7 Em7 F G
Hey, Rose
[Bridge]
F
Just because they're wasted tears don't mean they fell for nothin'
G
Hey, Rose, don't you know?
[Chorus]
C/E F G Am7
You're the kind of growin' wild that don't come by the dozen
C/E F G Am7
There's a million colors in your eyes and pretty's just one of 'em
C/E F E/F#
I would be your blue skies and your sunshine
Am7 D F
Girl, I'd never let you go if you were mine to hold
G
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
C F
Hey, Rose
[Outro]
C F
Hey, Rose
C F
Hey, Rose
C F
Hey, Rose
How to play "Hey Rose" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
Capo on 1st fret
[Intro]
- Play C and F chords using a down-up strumming pattern, keeping it
steady and relaxed.
[Verse 1]
- Am7 to F, then to C: Transition smoothly with a down-up strumming
pattern.
- On "Did somebody start a fire," emphasize F then back to C.
- Move to Am7 then G, returning to F for "Hey, Rose."
- Practice smooth transitions and maintain the rhythm.
[Chorus]
- C/E to F to G to Am7: Use a down-up strum pattern for an energetic
feel.
- Emphasize "You're the kind of growin' wild" with stronger strums on
F and G.
- On "I would be your blue skies," switch from C/E to F to E/F#, then
to Am7.
- For "Girl, I'd never let you go," play D then F, emphasizing the
transition to G.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, keep the strumming steady.
- Focus on smooth transitions between Am7, F, and C.
- On "Sweet Rose," switch to G, then back to C.
- Emphasize "maybe there's a chance" with a louder strum on G.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize dynamics and key lyrics for emotional impact.
[Bridge]
- F to G: Use downstrokes for a somber mood.
- Let the chords ring out on "Hey, Rose, don't you know?"
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize the changes in dynamics and key lyrics.
[Outro]
- Repeat the C and F chord sequence, letting the final C 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:]
"Hey Rose" by Scotty McCreery reflects on the pain and beauty of a
broken heart. The lyrics tell the story of someone admiring Rose,
acknowledging her past heartbreak while expressing a desire to be her
comfort and new beginning. Scotty McCreery, a country music artist,
rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2011. His music often
touches on themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth, resonating
with fans through honest storytelling and relatable experiences.
