[Intro]
G G G G G
[Verse]
G
I'm a picture-perfect painting of
G D/F# Em
E -------------
B -------------
G -------------
D ------------- NOTE: A Bass Run is played here on the Low E string
A ------------- when going from the G chord to the Em chord.
E --3--2-----0- I indicated this by showing G, D/F#, Em
Em
Im-perfection
Em C
I'm a walking definition of unsettled and restless
G
The needle in my compass points anywhere but home
D G
I thought I'd always be alone, 'cause
[Chorus]
G
I never wanted to tap my brakes
G
I never
G D/F# Em
E ---------------------
B ---------------------
G ---------------------
D ---------------------
A ---------------------
E --3---------2------0-
Em
Wanted to settle down
Em
I was always one foot out the door
Em C
I never thought about turning 'round
C
Never saw myself with a white picket fence dug into the ground
G G G G G
Never 'til now
[Verse]
G
Out of all the prayеrs I've prayed
G. D/F# Em
E -----------------------
B -----------------------
G -----------------------
D -----------------------
A -----------------------
E --3--------------2---0-
Em
You're Hеaven's an-swer
Em7
Out of all the hell I've been through
Em C
I never thought you'd be out there
D
But thank God you were out there-ere, 'cause
[Chorus]
G
I never wanted to tap my brakes
G
I never
G D/F# Em
E ---------------------
B ---------------------
G ---------------------
D ---------------------
A ---------------------
E --3---------2------0-
Em
Wanted to settle down
Em
I was always one foot out the door
Em C
I never thought about turning 'round
Cmaj7 C
Never saw myself with a white picket fence dug into the ground
G
Never 'til now
[Break]
G
Never 'til you walked into that bar
D Em7
Never 'til we talked over that song
Em7
Never 'til we danced 'til closing time
Em
Never 'til you proved me wrong
C
'Bout the kind of love you fall so hard, you never hit the ground
G G G
Never 'til now
Em
Ohhhh, never 'til now
Mmmm, never 'til now-ow, ooh, ooh, ooh
C
Yeah, the kind of love you fall so hard, you never hit the ground
[Outro]
G
Never 'til now
G
Never 'til you walked into that bar
Never 'til we
G D/F# Em
E ----------------------
B ----------------------
G ----------------------
D ----------------------
A ----------------------
E --3-----------2----0--
Em7
Talked over that song
Em7
Never 'til we danced 'til closing time
Em7
Never 'til you proved me wrong
C
'Bout the kind of love you fall so hard, you never hit the ground
G G
Never 'til now
E ------------
B ------------
G ------------
D ------------
A ------------
E -3---2---0--
Woh ohh ohh
C
Yeah, the kind of love you fall so hard, you never hit the ground
N.C.
Never 'til now
How to play "Never Til Now" by Cooke Ashley on guitar
[Intro & Verses]
- Start with the G chord, strumming steadily to set the tone of the song.
The intro consists of multiple measures of G, allowing you to establish
a rhythmic foundation.
- In the verse, incorporate a bass run transition between the G and Em chords.
This is executed by playing notes on the low E string: G (3rd fret), F# (2nd
fret), open E, leading directly into the Em chord. This adds a melodic
layer to the progression and should be practiced to ensure smoothness.
- Em to C transition is also crucial. Focus on a clean shift from the minor
to major tone, reflecting the lyrical transition from introspection to a
broader narrative.
[Chorus]
- The chorus starts with the G chord and follows with the bass run to Em,
similar to the verses. This consistency helps maintain the song's cohesive
sound.
- Emphasis on the lyrics "Never 'til now" should coincide with the G chord,
giving these words a standout moment each time they are sung.
- Ensure that the dynamics of your playing reflect the emotional buildup of
the chorus, with a more pronounced strum during these peaks.
[Bridge]
- The bridge introduces a storytelling aspect, with lyrics that reflect
turning points in the narrative. Use a softer, more reflective strumming
pattern here to highlight the introspective content.
- Transition through G, D, and Em7, maintaining a smooth flow that matches
the conversational tone of the lyrics.
[Outro]
- The outro revisits the main themes and chords of the song but with an
added emotional weight. Continue with the G to Em transition, using the
bass run, and finish on the C chord.
- This final section should be played with a sense of resolution, bringing
the story and the song to a satisfying conclusion.
[Common Mistakes]
- Missing the bass notes in the transitions, which are key to the song's
melodic flow.
- Overlooking the importance of dynamics, especially in the bridge and
outro, where the emotional context shifts significantly.
[Tips]
- Practice the bass run slowly at first to ensure accuracy, then gradually
increase the tempo as you become more comfortable.
- Use a metronome to keep your timing consistent, particularly when practicing
the transitions between chords and bass runs.
[Song Facts]
"Never Til Now" explores themes of unexpected love and life-changing
encounters. It narrates the protagonist's surprise at finding profound
love when they least expected it, using vivid storytelling and emotive
musical elements to draw listeners into the narrative.
[Artist Bio]
Cooke Ashley is known for her emotive storytelling and ability to convey
deep personal experiences through her music. Her songs often touch on
themes of love, loss, and transformation, resonating with a broad audience
due to their authenticity and relatability.
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