CAPO: 4th FRET
[Intro]
C C E E7 Am Am Gm C
F F#dim C A7 D7 G C
[Verse]
C
I know the stars are bright
E7
Above that little Texas town
Am G C
I bet I'm nowhere near her mind right now
F F#dim
Oh but I can't say the same
C Am
It's been thundering and rain
D
I'm so full of all this liquor
G
And I'm drowning in this pain
I'm wondering
[Chorus]
C E7
Why, Dallas, did you take her from me?
Am Gm C
Everything was fine out here in Nashville, Tennessee
F F#dim
We went from chasing Amarillo
C A7
Now I'm chasing memories
D7 G C
I'm wondering, "Why did you take her from me?"
Lord
[Instrumental]
C C E7 E7 Am Am Gm C7
F F#dim C A7 D7 G C
[Verse]
C
If I could see the ocean
E
I would pour it on my head
Am
Float around this desert
Gm C
Like a possum playing dead
F F#dim C
Maybe I could drift back to her heart
A7
And find the bed
D7
Maybe she'll forget last night
D G
And everything I said
I'm wondering
[Chorus]
C E
Why, Dallas, did you take her from me?
Am Gm C
Everything was fine out on a beach here in Maui
F F#dim
We went from chasing Amarillo
C A7
Now I'm chasing memories
D7 G C
I'm wondering, "Why did you take her from me?"
C'mon play something
[Instrumental]
C C E7 E7 Am Am Gm C7
F F#dim G A7 D7 D7 D7 G
[Chorus]
C E7
Ohhh, why, Dallas, did you take her from me?
Am Gm C
Everything was perfect out here in Nashville, Tennessee
F F#dim
We went from chasing Amarillo
C A7
Now I'm chasing memories
D7 G
I'm wondering, "Why did you take her?
D7 G
Roll my heart right up and break it?
D7 G C C C
Yeah, why did you take her from me?
How to play "Why Dallas" by Ernest on guitar
CAPO: 4th FRET
Playing Style:
- Use open chords throughout the song for a full, resonant sound.
- Emphasize the bass notes of each chord during the first strum of each measure
to anchor the rhythm and melody.
Intro & Instrumental Sections:
- Begin with a light, arpeggiated strum for the intro, transitioning to a more
consistent, rhythmic strumming pattern in the later instrumental parts.
- Chords progress smoothly from C to E, then switch between minor and major tones
with E7, Am, and the darker tone of Gm, creating a wistful mood.
Verse Chord Progression:
- The verses maintain a narrative style, using the progression C, E7, Am, Gm, C.
- Strum these chords with a gentle yet firm rhythm, allowing the lyrics to be
clearly heard over the guitar.
Chorus Technique:
- The chorus intensifies emotionally and musically. Strum more dynamically here
to match the emotional pitch of the lyrics.
- Chords like F#dim add tension, reflecting the song's themes of longing and loss.
Common Mistakes:
- Avoid rushing the tempo; maintain a steady pace to let the story and chords
breathe.
- Pay attention to the transition from F to F#dim, as it can be tricky. Practice
this change to ensure smoothness.
General Tips:
- Ensure your guitar is in tune with the capo on the 4th fret. Double-check before
playing as the capo can sometimes cause strings to shift slightly out of tune.
- Focus on the emotional delivery as much as technical accuracy. The song's
impact lies in its heartfelt storytelling.
Lyrics Meaning:
- "Why Dallas" reflects on themes of heartbreak and nostalgia. The singer
reminisces about past love and experiences in Dallas, contrasting these with
his current state of loss and yearning. The reference to different locations
underscores a sense of dislocation and longing for what was once familiar and
comforting.
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