[Verse 1]
C
Cutting through the country
On my way to you
Fmaj7
Running out of reds
Coming up with truths
C
Cutting through a cornfield
Talking to myself
Fmaj7
Hooking up with strangers
Asking them for help
Am
Waiting for forever
Waiting for your call
Fmaj7
I know it sounds crazy
We could have it all
Dm
If you needed someone
If you needed proof
Fmaj7
I’m cutting through the country
I'm on my way to you
[Verse 2]
C
I’m cutting through the country
Listening for you
Fmaj7
Someone I could trust
Wishing it was us
C
Yeah, nothing lasts forever
And everybody dies
Fmaj7
I don’t wanna leave
Unless it’s here with you tonight
Am
And I’m pulling from a bottle
Flipping on my phone
Fmaj7
Looking for a life
Looking for a home
Dm
Cutting through the country
Call me when you’re up
Fmaj7
Nothing lasts forever
But I’m not in a rush
[Verse 3]
C
Every day’s a movie
And I’ve already seen
Fmaj7
Cutting through the country
I might fall asleep
C
Wake up in a cartoon
Falling through the earth
Fmaj7
Give me something real, babe
And nobody gets hurt
C
Ain’t nobody tell you
How it’s gonna feel
Fmaj7
You just get to get it
Disappointment’s real
C
Slapping some piano
Feeling like a chump
Fmaj7
Cutting all the corners
You can't skip lunch
Am
Nothing is forever
And I don’t even know
Fmaj7
That's how it goes
That's how it goes
Dm
People get sick
Yeah, everybody knows
Fmaj7
Everybody knows
That’s just how it goes
[Verse 4]
C
And everybody loves you
Yeah, you’re the fucking boy
Fmaj7
Get bent down
Never hit the ground
C
And nothing is forever
Nothing is for sure
Fmaj7
And everybody loves you
Loves to see you go
Am
Oh, loves to see you go
Loves to see you run
Fmaj7
Loves to see if you
If you are enough, yeah
Dm
I’m cutting through the country
On my way to you
Fmaj7
Nothing lasts forever
But you already knew
[Chorus 1]
C Fmaj7
I’m cutting through the country
C Fmaj7
On my way to you
Am
I’m cutting through the country
On my way to you
Fmaj7
I’m cutting through the country
On my way to you
Dm
I’m cutting through the country
On my way to you
Fmaj7
On my way to you
On my way to you
[Outro]
C
Thinking ‘bout dying
Thinking ‘bout us
Fmaj7
Looking for someone
Something I can trust
C
Tryna find freedom
Tryna find real
Fmaj7
That ain’t how it goes
That ain’t how it feels
Dm Fmaj7
I’m cutting through the country
How to play "Cutting Thru The Country" by Medium Build on guitar.
This guitar tutorial for "Cutting Thru The Country" will help you
navigate through its heartfelt lyrics and melodious chords, ideal for
those with a love for storytelling through music.
[Verse Progressions]
The song is based around a series of chords that create a
contemplative and moving atmosphere, perfectly complementing the
lyrical journey. The primary chords used throughout are C, Fmaj7,
Am, and Dm, with each chord bringing its own emotional depth to the
narrative.
C Fmaj7
"Cutting through the country on my way to you..."
In each verse, you'll start with the C chord, moving to Fmaj7,
which brings a sense of longing and reflection. This combination
repeats, providing a steady rhythmic foundation that drives the
song's introspective mood.
Am Fmaj7
"Waiting for forever, waiting for your call..."
The transition to Am introduces a deeper layer of introspection,
leading back to Fmaj7, emphasizing the song's themes of waiting
and longing.
Dm Fmaj7
"If you needed someone, if you needed proof..."
Dm adds a touch of resolve before returning to Fmaj7, creating a
musical conversation that mirrors the lyrics' narrative of
perseverance and hope.
[Chorus and Outro]
The chorus simplifies the journey to a repetitive, meditative
pattern, using the same chords to underscore the song's central
message - the relentless journey towards a loved one.
C Fmaj7 Am Dm
"I’m cutting through the country on my way to you..."
This repetition not only makes the chorus memorable but also
emphasizes the persistence and dedication in the lyrics.
[Strumming and Dynamics]
Maintain a steady, reflective strumming pattern throughout, allowing
the chords to resonate. The dynamic shifts in the song come from the
emotional delivery of the lyrics, so let the chords support the
storytelling without overpowering it.
This song, through its repetitive yet profound chord progressions
and poignant lyrics, explores themes of journey, longing, and the
inevitability of change. It reflects on the personal and universal
search for connection, meaning, and truth in a transient world. The
repetitive nature of the chorus underscores the ongoing, sometimes
Sisyphean effort required to maintain relationships and pursue
personal truths, making it a deeply resonant piece for many listeners.
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