[Verse]
G
I asked Jesus for a sign
Am
And today I haven’t cried
Fmaj C
It’s only 2 pm but that beats yesterday
G
So I guess that’s a reason to stay
G
When you’re drunk at 3 am
Am
You don’t call your ex girlfriend
Fmaj C
It’s been a couple months since you brought up her name
G
So I guess that’s a reason to stay
Cadd9 G
But you don’t try like you used to
Fmaj
You don’t look at me the same
Am
You used to say you’re sorry
C
Now whiskey’s what you blame
G
How much can a heart take
Fmaj
Till it’s really your last chance
Cadd9 G C
I’m a giver but I’ve given all I can
Fmaj C
We both know that I ain’t one to walk away
Fmaj C G
But I’m runnin out of reasons to stay
G
If I go find somebody new
Am
I’d lose your mom and sister too
Fmaj C
You know me and how much I hate change
G
So I guess that’s a reason to stay
Fmaj C
And I ain’t perfect either we all make mistakes
N.C.
But that don’t change
Cadd9 G
That you don’t try like you used to
Fmaj
You don’t look at me the same
Am
You used to say you’re sorry
C
Now whiskey’s what you blame
G
How much can a heart take
Fmaj
Till it’s really your last chance
Cadd9 G C
I’m a giver but I’ve given all I can
Fmaj C
We both know that I ain’t one to walk away
Fmaj C G Fmaj Am C
But I’m runnin out of reasons to stay
G
I’m runnin out of patience
Fmaj Am C
Damn I hate to say it
Cadd9 G Fmaj
I’m runnin out of patience and grace
Am C
And at the end of the day
Fmaj C
Findin last resort reasons we’re okay
G Fmaj Am C
Ain’t a good reason to stay
Cadd9 G
You just don’t try like you used to
Fmaj
You don’t look at me the same
Am
You used to say you’re sorry
C
Now whiskey’s what you blame
G
How much can a heart take
Fmaj
Till it’s really your last chance
Cadd9 G C
I’m a giver but I’ve given all I can
Fmaj C
We both know that I ain’t one to walk away
Fmaj C G
But I’m runnin out of reasons to stay
How to play "Reasons To Stay" on guitar
[Verse Strumming]
- Begin with a soft, reflective strumming pattern using mainly
down strokes for the G, Am, Fmaj, and C chords.
- Keep the strumming light to allow the lyrical content about
introspection and personal struggle to stand out.
[Chorus Dynamics]
- The chorus introduces Cadd9 along with the main verse chords.
Increase the strumming intensity slightly to reflect the
emotional escalation.
- Pay special attention to transitions, especially from Cadd9
to G, to maintain the flow and emotional depth.
[Bridge and Outro]
- As the song builds towards the bridge and outro, incorporate
more dynamic shifts. Use a combination of down and up strums
to enhance the dramatic content of the lyrics.
- The outro, with its repeated motifs, should gradually return
to softer dynamics, mirroring the thematic closure of the
song.
Common mistakes:
- Overstrumming in quieter sections. Ensure the strumming
matches the song's reflective tone.
- Losing the emotional thread in transitions. Each chord change
should feel intentional and tied to the lyrics.
Song Facts and Artist Bio:
"Reasons To Stay" by Megan Moroney delves into the complexities
of deciding whether to stay in a relationship that is no longer
as fulfilling. The song poignantly explores themes of
attachment, change, and self-reflection, making it a deeply
relatable piece for many. Megan Moroney's ability to convey
profound emotions with simplicity in her music has made her a
respected voice in the country genre. Her songs frequently
touch on personal growth and the nuances of human relationships.
