We Are Loved chords
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[Intro]
C
[Verse 1]
G C
Whether we speak up or we are silent
G C
If we are willing or we are done
F C G/B Am
If we're courageous or we are cowards
G F* C
We may be burdened but we are loved
[Verse 2]
G C
Whether we stay true and do for another
G C C7
If we are hidden or we're discovered
F C G/B Am
If we're forgiven or we're forgotten
G F* C
Wе may be lonely but we arе loved
[Chorus 1]
G C
Every stitch and seam every wish and dream
Em F
Even in tragedy there lies divinity
G C
Even as hope seems lost it may be found again
F G* A* B* C G/B F
I have felt alone but I have never been
[Verse 3]
G C
If you are standing or cannot stop moving
G C
Whether you're haunted or cannot remember
F C G/B Am
Over the gravestone under the rainbow
G F* C
Pain comes and pain goes and we are loved
[Chorus 2]
G C
Every stitch and seam every wish and dream
Em F
Even in tragedy there lies divinity
G C
Even as hope seems lost it may be found again
F G* A* B* C G/B F
I have felt alone but I have never been
F
[Verse 4]
G C
If we are spirit or we are human
G C C7
Crossing the river or harboring change
F C G/B Am
If we deny it or if we face it
G F* C
May we embrace it we are loved
How to play "We Are Loved" — The Avett Brothers
[Intro]
Start off with the C chord. Strum it lightly to create the vibe.
[Verse 1]
Chord Progression: G, C, G, C, F, C, G/B, Am, G, F*, C.
Strumming Pattern: Keep quite consistent with a down-up pattern,
popping the downbeats.
Transitions: Get the change from C to G/B and G to F* under your fingers.
[Verse 2]
Chord progression: G, C, G, C, C7, F, C, G/B, Am, G.
Strumming Pattern: Keep the same pattern you used for Verse 1.
Note: A small variation C7 throws in. Play it by adding your pinky to
the third fret of the G string.
[Chorus 1]
Chord Progression: G, C, Em, F, G, C, F, G* A* B* C G/B F.
Strumming Pattern: Use a slightly more varied pattern with a bit more
emphasis on the downbeat.
Nuances: On G * A * B *, do single strums so it builds up.
[Verse 3]
Chord patterning: G, C, G, C, F, C, G/B, Am, G, F*, C.
Strumming Pattern: As Verse 1. Smooth and steady.
Note: Focus on the feelings and expression of the lyrics, relating
them to the theme of the song.
[Chorus 2]
Chord pattern: G, C, Em, F, G, C, F, G* A* B* C G/B F.
Strumming Pattern: Give it as much energy as the last chorus but just
a touch harder with the strum.
Nuances: Emphasize the transitions between G* A* B* for dynamics.
[Verse 4]
Chord progressions are G, C, G, C, C7, F, C, G/B, Am, G.
Strumming Pattern: Identical to the previous verses. Just make sure that
when you play this verse, the C7 chord is very dominant.
Transition: Work on smooth transitions to keep the text flowing.
[General Advice]
Tuning: Guitar in standard tuning (EADGBE).
Practice: Start slowly to get used to the changes, then gradually pick up the tempo.
Tone: Add a nice, clean, warm tone to your amp or acoustic guitar.
[Common Mistakes]
Don't over-rush the strumming pattern by making it even and consistent.
Sloppy chord transitions, especially from G to F*.
Not stressing the flow of emotions in the song.
[Song Facts]
The Avett Brothers wrote the song "We Are Loved" in an expressive manner.
The song presents a general idea of being loved and embraced by surroundings,
no matter where the person is, or what surrounds a person at the moment.
Regardless of the degree of loneliness one feels, or the load one feels they are carrying,
the message in the lyrics is that of being surrounded by love.
The Avett Brothers is a post-2000 band that merges folk, bluegrass, and rock music
to pass emotional messages. The band was formed in the year 2000 to become a favorite
of many due to the reality and poignancy of their lyrics.