[Intro]
Am C F
Am C F
[Verse]
Am C F
Waking up in the middle of the night
Am C F
Someone you love is dying in your dreams
G F
Are you searching for the sermon in the suicide?
G Am
Do you need someone to tell you what it means?
C F
If you say that Jesus gives you peace of mind
Am C F
That's a good enough reason for me
G F
And if it really helps you get some sleep at night
G Am
I'd kill for a little of that peace
[Chorus]
F C
You talk about the truth like you are lying
G Am
I wonder who you think you're talkinnn' to
F C
Speaking of some things I put behind me
G F Am C F Am C F
White lies, white Jesus and you
[Verse]
Am C F
Passing people on the street with picket signs
Am C F
Warning me of my impending doom
G F
If God's the one deciding if I'm makin' it
G Am
What gives them the power to assume?
[Chorus]
F C
Talk about salvation like a birthright
G Am
Use it like it's some kind of excuse
F C
Speaking of some things I put behind me
G F Am
White lies, white Jesus and you
[Instrumental/Solo]
Am C G F F
Am C F F
[Break]
F C F
I still hear the silence on the other line
G Am F
The consequence of telling you the truth
G F
The way I felt the knife turning into my side
G Am
When I heard you say the words: "I'll pray for you"
[Chorus]
F C
'Cause you talk about forgiveness like a favor
G Am
Like it's something that you didn't have to do
F C
Speaking of some things I put behind me
G F Am
White lies, white Jesus and you
[Outro}
G F
White lies, white Jesus
Am C F
And you
Am C F
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How to play "White Lies, White Jesus And You" by Katie Pruitt on guitar.
This song employs a set of chords that create a narrative tension
aligned with the storytelling in the lyrics. The progression is
rooted in Am, C, and F, which sets a somber and reflective tone
right from the beginning. Let's explore how to bring this song to
life on your guitar.
[Intro]
Start with a simple strumming pattern on Am, C, and F. The
repetition sets the mood for the song:
Am C F
Am C F
[Verse]
The verse maintains the same chord progression. Pay attention to
the lyrics and match your strumming intensity to the emotional
weight of the words:
Am C F
Waking up in the middle of the night
The transition to G in the verse introduces a slight lift,
creating a moment of introspection:
G F
Are you searching for the sermon in the suicide?
[Chorus]
The chorus shifts the dynamic, introducing a more pronounced
rhythm. This section reflects the song's core themes, so let the
chords resonate:
F C
You talk about the truth like you are lying
[Verse 2]
The second verse follows the pattern of the first. The storytelling
is key, so maintain a balance between the vocal melody and your
guitar playing.
[Chorus]
Repeat the chorus with the same vigor as before, emphasizing the
song's poignant message.
[Instrumental/Solo]
This section allows for a bit of improvisation. Keep the chord
progression flowing and experiment with melody lines over the
top:
Am C G F F
Am C F F
[Break]
The break introduces a shift, focusing on the emotional climax
of the song. The silence on the other line is mirrored in the
pause before "I'll pray for you":
F C F
I still hear the silence on the other line
[Chorus & Outro]
Finish with the chorus and the outro, letting each chord
ring out as you conclude the song:
G F Am
White lies, white Jesus and you
The lyrics of "White Lies, White Jesus And You" delve into the
complexities of faith, truth, and personal growth. Pruitt
challenges the listener to consider the impact of white lies
and the image of a "white Jesus" on personal identity and
beliefs. The song's introspective nature encourages a reflection
on past beliefs and the quest for genuine peace and understanding.
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