Relapse chords
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INTRO:
Em Cadd9 G D
It should've been my way
Em Cadd9 G D
I think I'm goin' my way
VERSE:
Em Cadd9
I always knew she was bad for me
G D
From the beginning my friends were mad at me
Em Cadd9
Saying, boy, you better get the hell away
G D
A girl like that'll 'cause you nothing but pain
Em Cadd9
I'd be rollin' out late of my driveway
G D
Sneaking out of mine to get high at her place
Em7 Cadd9
Pretending that she's mine when she's calling my name
G D
Getting my fix when she lies to my face
Em Cadd9
Then I'm going home and I'm full of regret
G D
Hiding from the boys all the time that I spent
Em Cadd9
With a woman so mean, know I gotta get clean
G D
But I'm addicted to the spell that she got on my body (body)
CHORUS:
Em Cadd9
I think I'm gonna relapse, said I'd never be back
G D
Sick of obsessing over everything that we had
Em Cadd9
Lock me in the house, never let me leave
G D
Keep me from my car, go and hide away my keys
Em
Yeah, I think I'm gonna relapse
Cadd9 G
Check me in a rehab, and detox my brain
D Em
Get her out of my veins, I need more than space
Cadd9
If I run her way
G D
Put a ball bat to my knee caps
Em Cadd9 G D
I think I'm gonna relapse (relapse)
VERSE:
Em Cadd9
I know I'm in a strange position
G D
But lovin' that girl's like a head on collision
Em Cadd9
And I'd turn around but I've already committed
G D
Headin' her way dfor another bad decision
Em7 Cadd9
Everybody says that I'm livin' two lives
G D
Lying to my friends where I went just last night
Em Cadd9
Lying to myself that she'd make a good wife
G D
And whatever she doin' she been doing it just right
CHORUS:
Em7 Cadd9
And I think I'm gonna relapse, said I'd never be back
G D
Sick of obsessing over everything that we had
Em7 Cadd9
Lock me in the house, never let me leave
G D
Keep me from my car, go and hide away my keys
Em7
Yeah, I think I'm gonna relapse
Cadd9 G
Check me in a rehab, and detox my brain
D Em7
Get her out of my veins, can't help what I crave
Cadd9
If I run her way
G D
Put a ball bat to my knee caps
Em7 Cadd9
I think I'm gonna relapse (relapse, relapse)
G D
Re-laaaapse
Em7 Cadd9 G D
Re-laaaaaaaaaapse
BREAK:
Em Cadd9
I'm just sick and tired of this messing around
G D
No she ain't the kind to be settlin' down
Em Cadd9
Maybe I just gotta get outta this town, yeah
G D D
But I can't do it right now
CHORUS:
Em Cadd9
I think I'm gonna relapse, said I'd never be back
G D
Sick of obsessing over everything that we had
Em Cadd9
Lock me in the house, never let me leave
G D
Keep me from my car, go and hide away my keys
Em
Yeah, I think I'm gonna relapse
Cadd9 G
Check me in a rehab, and detox my brain
D Em
Get her out of my veins, I need more than space
Cadd9 G
Can't help what I crave, If I run her way
D D
Put a ball bat to my knee caps
OUTRO:
Em Cadd9 G D
I think I'm gonna relapse yeah ah
Em Cadd9 G D
I think I'm gonna relapse
Em
I think I'm gonna relapse (relapse)
Understanding the Chords
The song uses the chords Em, Cadd9, G, and D throughout, creating a rich
tapestry of sound that supports the lyrical themes. Here's a quick guide
to forming these chords:
Em (E minor): Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string and
your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the D string. Strum all strings.
Cadd9: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the D string, your middle
finger on the 3rd fret of the A string, your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the
B string, and your pinky on the 3rd fret of the high E string. Strum from the
A string down.
G Major: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, your middle
finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string, your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the
B string, and your pinky on the 3rd fret of the high E string. Strum all strings.
D Major: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, your ring finger
on the 3rd fret of the B string, and your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the
high E string. Strum from the D string down.
Playing the Song
Intro and Verses
The intro and verses feature a progression of Em, Cadd9, G, and D, which sets
a contemplative tone. The strumming pattern can be a simple down-down-up-
up-down-up, giving each chord change a sense of movement and anticipation.
This pattern complements the introspective nature of the lyrics, allowing the
story to unfold with each chord.
Chorus
The chorus amplifies the emotional intensity of the song. The same chord progression
continues, but you might want to strum more forcefully here, emphasizing the turmoil
and the internal struggle described in the lyrics. The chorus is the song's emotional
climax, where the narrative reaches its point of greatest conflict, mirrored in
the music's dynamics.
Break and Outro
The break before the final chorus and the outro give space for reflection, both musically
and lyrically. Maintain the strumming pattern but consider softening your touch to
convey a sense of resignation or the cyclic nature of the relapse being described.
The outro, with its repetitive invocation of the desire to relapse, serves as a haunting
reminder of the song's themes, gently fading out as the music comes to a close.
Performance Tips
Pay attention to the dynamics throughout the song. The verses should be played
with a sense of introspection, while the chorus demands a more intense and
passionate approach.
The emotional weight of the song lies in its lyrics, so allow the chord progressions
to support and enhance the storytelling.
Experiment with the tempo and dynamics to match your interpretation of the song's
mood and message.
Remember, the beauty of acoustic guitar playing lies in the nuances of expression.
Use the guitar to express the song's deep emotional undercurrents.