[Intro]
G C G C
[Verse 1]
G C
I can wait to love in Heaven
G C
I can wait for you
G C
Far away, I'll treat you better
G C
Better than down here
[Pre-Chorus]
Em
'Cause I've done wrong
D G
And I'm a little afraid
Em
I ain't too strong
D G
This ain't easy to say
[Chorus]
G C
Take this bottle
G C
Take this bottle
Em D G
And just walk away, the both of you
Em D G
And let me feel the pain I've done to you
[Verse 2]
C
I can hope we'll be together
G C
With a better roof over our heads
G C
I can hope the stormy weather
G C
It passes on, it passes on
[Pre-Chorus]
Em
But I've hoped too long
D G
Hoped for you to change
Em
And that hope is gone
D Em
So listen what I say
[Chorus]
G C
Take this bottle
G C
Take this bottle
Em D G
And just walk away, the both of you
Em D G
And let me feel the pain I've done to you
[Guitar Solo]
G C G C
G C G C
[Pre-Chorus]
Em
'Cause I've done wrong
D G
And I'm a little afraid
Em
I ain't too strong
D G
This ain't easy to say
[Chorus]
G C
Take this bottle
G C
Take this bottle
Em D G
And just walk away, the both of you
Em D G
And let me feel the pain I've done to you
[Outro]
C G
I can wait to love in Heaven
C G
I can wait for you
C G
And I can wait to love in Heaven
C
I can wait for you
To play "Take This Bottle" by Cody Jinks on the guitar, you'll dive into
a heartfelt song with a simple chord progression that underscores its
poignant lyrics. Here's a guide to playing this touching piece.
Intro
Begin with the intro, playing a sequence of G and C chords. This sets
a reflective tone for the song.
Intro
G, C, repeated
Verse 1
The first verse tells a story of longing and a promise of better love,
using the same G to C progression. This simplicity adds to the song's
emotional depth.
Verse 1
Start with G moving to C, repeating this as you narrate the story of
hopeful love and the promise of betterment.
Pre-Chorus
The pre-chorus introduces Em and D chords into the mix, creating a transition
that reflects introspection and acknowledgement of faults.
Pre-Chorus
Switch between Em and D, then back to G, conveying a confession
and a realization of one's own fears and shortcomings.
Chorus
The chorus uses the G and C chords again, but with an added layer
of emotion through the lyrics. The inclusion of Em and D leads to a powerful plea.
Chorus
Play G to C, then move through Em and D, ending on G, as if making
a heartfelt request to take the burden and walk away.
Verse 2
The second verse continues with the G to C progression, expressing
hope for a future together despite past storms.
Verse 2
Use the G and C chords to paint a picture of hope and longing for a better
future together, despite the uncertainties.
Pre-Chorus
Repeat the pre-chorus as before, maintaining the reflective and confessional
tone with the Em and D chords, leading back to G.
Pre-Chorus
Again, navigate through Em and D, back to G, expressing continued hope
and the painful realization of necessary change.
Chorus
The chorus repeats its plea, reinforcing the song's central message with
the chord progression and heartfelt lyrics.
Chorus
Go through G, C, Em, D, and back to G, as the song's emotional climax,
asking for forgiveness and the chance to acknowledge one's wrongs.
Guitar Solo
The guitar solo follows the chord progression of the intro and verse,
offering a musical interlude that reflects on the song's themes.
Guitar Solo
Play G to C, repeating, allowing for a moment of musical reflection
that mirrors the song's narrative.
Pre-Chorus and Chorus
Repeat the pre-chorus and chorus as before, culminating the song's
emotional journey and reinforcing its plea.
Pre-Chorus and Chorus
Move through the established chord progressions, wrapping up the song's
narrative and emotional plea.
Outro
The outro revisits the song's opening theme, with the G and C progression,
closing the song on a note of hopeful waiting and longing.
Outro
Close with G to C, reflecting back on the song's themes of waiting for a better
future and the promise of eternal love.
Playing Tips
- Let the emotion of the lyrics guide your playing dynamics, playing softly during
more reflective parts and with more intensity during the emotional pleas.
- Ensure smooth transitions between chords to maintain the flow of the song.
- Use the guitar solo as a moment to express the song's emotional depth,
even without words.
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