Diamond In The Rough - Crockett Charley

Diamond In The Rough chords

[Intro]
F   Am   G   C
 
 
[Verse 1]
C              Em            F             C
Diamond in the rough, I know you've had it tough
  F               C                 G
A woman sure gets judged in a man's game
C                   Em              F              C
Empire may rule the world, I'm only livin' for you girl
          F              Am     G              C
And I can see you as you twirl, diamond in the rough
 
 
[Verse 2]
C              Em     F                     C
Diamond in the rough, honey that's what you are
          F              C                     G
I've been minin' all the bars just lookin' for you
C            Em           F                C
Jewel of the night, how I long to hold you tight
         F            Am      G              C
With the neon burnin' bright, diamond in the rough
 

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[Chorus]
         F                  C
You're a diamond to me, any fool could plainly see
     F                       D7               G
That what you've got's worth twice as much as anything can be
     C             Em          F             C
More precious than gold or any money I might hold
    F                      Am   G              C
The glitter will never get old, diamond in the rough
 
 
[Solo]
C   Em   F   C
F   Am   G   C
 
 
[Chorus]
         F                  C
You're a diamond to me, any fool could plainly see
     F                       D7               G
That what you've got's worth twice as much as anything can be
C                   Em              F              C
Empire may rule the world, I'm only livin' for you girl
          F              Am     G              C
And I can see you as you twirl, diamond in the rough
 
 
[Outro]
F   Am   G   C



How to play "Diamond In The Rough" by Charley Crockett on guitar

[Intro] Chords
- F  Am  G  C
- Strumming: Start with a gentle strumming pattern, using a mix of
  down and upstrokes to create a flowing rhythm.

[Verse 1] & [Verse 2] Chords
- Progression: C  Em  F  C  F  C  G  C  Em  F  C  F  Am  G  C
- Strumming Pattern: Use a consistent strumming rhythm, focusing on
  emphasizing the changes between chords to highlight the lyrical
  content.
- Common Mistakes: Ensure smooth transitions between the chords,
  especially from F to Am, as abrupt changes can disrupt the song's
  flow.

[Chorus] Chords
- Progression: F  C  F  D7  G  C  Em  F  C  F  Am  G  C
- Technique: Increase the intensity of strumming to enhance the
  chorus's emotional impact. Pay attention to the transition into
  D7, which adds a unique tonal shift to the chorus.
- Focus on the lyrics' delivery, as the chorus carries the core
  message of the song.

[Solo] Accompaniment Chords
- Chords: C  Em  F  C  F  Am  G  C
- Maintain the verse's strumming pattern, allowing the solo to
  shine while providing a solid rhythmic foundation.

[Outro] Chords
- Chords: F  Am  G  C
- Continue with the established strumming pattern, gradually
  slowing and softening your strumming to bring the song to a
  gentle close.

General Tips:
- Tuning: Standard tuning (EADGBE) is suitable for this song.
- Tone: Use a clean acoustic tone to preserve the song's clarity
  and warmth.
- Practice: Concentrate on maintaining rhythmic consistency and
  clean chord transitions. Start slowly to ensure accuracy, then
  build to the song's actual tempo.

Lyrics Theme Summary:
"Diamond In The Rough" is a song of appreciation and adoration,
portraying the subject as a hidden gem in a challenging world.
The lyrics celebrate resilience and inherent value, likening
the beloved to a precious stone that stands out despite the
hardships.