[Intro]
G Em7 Am7 C
G Em7 Am7 C
[Verse 1]
G
Ninety miles an hour
Em7 Am7
I can't even get my foot on the brakes
C
In this old rat race
G
Hundred people, hundred places
Em7 Am7
Girl, there's always somewhere I gotta be
C
But you know what I need
Bm7 C
This life has got me moving at the speed of sound
Am7 D
Only you can turn me around
[Chorus]
G
Baby, you're my slow dance
Em7
To Whitley in the kitchen
Am7 C
Taken my hand, and all my attention
G
Cheek to cheek across the floor
Em7
When I need to shut the door
Am7 C
Oh, the world that's always moving so fast
G Em7 Am7 C
Baby, you're my slow dance
[Verse 2]
G Em7 Am7
I could stay forever with my arms around you just like this
C
Lost in your kiss
G Em7 Am7
Baby, you're a needle on a vinyl of some pure country gold
C
Oh, that never gets old
[Chorus]
G
Baby, you're my slow dance
Em7
To George Strait in the kitchen
Am7 C
Taken my hand, and all my attention
G
Cheek to cheek across the floor
Em7
When I need to shut the door
Am7 C
Oh, the world that's always moving so fast
G Em7 Am7 C
Baby, you're my slow dance
[Bridge]
D Bm7 C
Hold on to me and let me lead you baby all night long
Am7 D
You're stuck in my head like a song
[Chorus]
G
Baby, you're my slow dance
Em7
To Conway in the kitchen
Am7 C D
Taken my hand, and all my attention
G
Cheek to cheek across the floor
Em7
When I need to shut the door
Am7 C
Oh, the world that's always moving so fast
G Em7
Baby, you're my slow dance
[Outro]
Am7 C
Yes, you are
G Em7 Am7 C G
Baby, you're my slow dance
How to play "Slow Dance" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
[Intro]
- Play G, then Em7, followed by Am7, then C.
- Repeat the sequence twice, using a down-up strumming pattern, keeping
it steady.
[Verse 1]
- G to Em7: Transition smoothly with a down-up strumming pattern.
- On "Hundred people, hundred places," switch to Am7, then C.
- Repeat this sequence, focusing on smooth transitions.
- For "This life has got me moving," play Bm7 to C.
- End the verse on Am7 to D, emphasizing the final chord.
[Chorus]
- G to Em7: Use a down-up strumming pattern, emphasizing the first beat
of each measure.
- Am7 to C: Transition smoothly, maintaining the rhythm.
- On "Cheek to cheek across the floor," repeat G to Em7.
- For "Oh, the world that's always moving so fast," play Am7 to C.
- End the chorus on G, letting the chord ring out.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, keep the strumming steady.
- Transition from G to Em7, then to Am7 and C.
- Focus on smooth transitions and maintaining the rhythm.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize dynamics and key lyrics for emotional impact.
[Bridge]
- D to Bm7: Use downstrokes, emphasizing the transition.
- On "Hold on to me and let me lead you," switch to C.
- Play Am7 to D, letting the chords ring out.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize the changes in dynamics and key lyrics.
- On "Baby, you're my slow dance," play G to Em7.
[Outro]
- Play Am7 to C, then G.
- Let the final G chord ring out, creating a relaxed ending.
[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:]
"Slow Dance" by Scotty McCreery celebrates the intimate moments shared
between partners, capturing the beauty of slowing down and enjoying
each other's company. The lyrics highlight the joy of dancing together
in the kitchen and the comfort of being with someone special. Scotty
McCreery, a country music artist, rose to fame after winning "American
Idol" in 2011. His music often explores themes of love, family, and
personal experiences, resonating with fans through heartfelt
storytelling.
