[Intro]
Am G Am G
[Verse 1]
Am
Every Friday night
G
Girl, you're right on time at ten
Am
Said we ain't playin' games
G
But we're back flippin' cups again
G
And I always let you win
[Verse 2]
Am G
Been dancin' 'round it a couple more times
Am
I'll get the tab, you can finish your wine
Am
That bottle's spinnin' 'round
D
Whatcha say we slow it down?
[Chorus]
Am
We keep playin' all these drinkin' games
G
Every weekend, it's the same old thing
Am
And I don't wanna be your fireball flame
G
But we keep playin' all these drinkin' games
[Verse 3]
N.C.
We gon' so many rounds
G
I ain't even keepin' score
Am
Girl, I'll put this whiskey down
G
If you're up for something more
[Chorus]
Am
We keep playin' all these drinkin' games
G
Every weekend, it's the same old thing
Am
And I don't wanna be your fireball flame
G
But we keep playin' all these drinkin' games
[Guitar Solo]
Am G Am G
[Verse 4]
Am G
Been dancin' 'round it a couple of times
Am
I'll get the tab, you can finish your wine
Am
That bottle's spinning 'round
D
Whatcha say we slow it down?
[Out-Chorus]
Am
We keep playin' all these drinkin' games
G
Every weekend, it's the same old thing
Am
And I don't wanna be your fireball flame
G
But we keep playin' all these drinkin' games
Am
We keep playin' all these drinkin' games
G
And every weekend, it's the same old thing
Am
So come on, tell me, darlin', whatcha say?
G
Let's stop playin' all these drinkin' games
Am
Make this more than just a fireball flame
G N.C.
We keep playin' all these drinkin' games
To play "Drinking Games" by Moon Niko, you'll start by familiarizing yourself with a few
chords on the guitar. The song primarily revolves around the chords Am, G, and D.
Let's break down how to play these chords, followed by structuring the song.
Chords Used:
Am (A minor): Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the D string, and your ring finger on the 2nd fret of the
G 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. You can add your pinky finger to the 3rd fret of the B string for a fuller sound.
Strum all the strings.
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.
Song Structure:
Intro & Guitar Solo:
The intro and guitar solo sections share the same chord progression, alternating
between Am and G. Strum each chord smoothly to capture the mood of the song,
transitioning gently between them.
Am G Am G
Verses:
The verses start with the Am chord, moving to G, illustrating the narrative of the song.
The transition between these chords supports the storytelling, creating a reflective and
somewhat melancholic atmosphere.
Am (Every Friday night...)
G (Girl, you're right on time at ten...)
The unique twist comes in the later verses where it transitions to a D chord, adding
a bit of variation and depth to the musical landscape.
Am (That bottle's spinning 'round...)
D (Whatcha say we slow it down?)
Chorus:
The chorus amplifies the emotional core of the song, repeating the transition between
Am and G. This repetition emphasizes the cyclical nature of the "drinking games"
he lyrics describe, highlighting the longing and the routines in the relationship.
Am (We keep playing all these drinking games...)
G (Every weekend, it's the same old thing...)
Playing Tips:
Focus on the rhythm and dynamics of your strumming. The song has a flowing,
emotive quality that's as important as the chords themselves. Try to feel the emotional
weight of the lyrics as you play, letting that guide your strumming pattern.
Pay attention to the transition from Am to D, especially in the verses. This shift
introduces a new musical idea that adds richness to the song, so practice switching
between these chords smoothly.
Use the guitar solo section to experiment with strumming patterns or even a bit of
improvisation within the chord structure if you're feeling confident.
