[Intro]
| C | G | F | F |
| C | G | F | F |
| C | G | F | F |
| C | G | F | F |
[Verse 1]
C G
Life is tough, and love's a fight
F
Don't mean you're doing it wrong
C G
It means you're doing it right
C G
So feel it all and take it in
F C G
It's okay to lose, but you play to win
[Pre-Chorus]
F C
You may want to take the easy way
F G G#dim
But do your best not to be swayed
[Chorus]
Am
Don't settle for the simple ride
F
There's sun over the mountainside
C G G#dim
Far beyond the great divide lies endless skies, blue and wide
Am F
Don't be afraid to sacrifice for something worthy of your life
C G
Don't waste your days on dreams that don't fill you
F G Am
Find out what you love and let it kill you
[Verse 2]
G/B C G
Friends pass on and move away
F C G
Lovers leave and hearts will break
C G
Falling down ain't just for kids
F C G
A life played safe is a life not lived
[Pre-Chorus]
F C
You may want to take the easy way
F G G#dim
But do your best not to be swayed
[Chorus]
Am
Don't settle for the simple ride
F
There's sun over the mountainside
C G G#dim
Far beyond the great divide lies endless skies, blue and wide
Am F
Don't be afraid to sacrifice for something worthy of your life
C G
Don't waste your days on dreams that don't fill you
F G Am
Find out what you love and let it kill you
[Instrumental]
| F | C | G |
| Am | F | C | G |
[Bridge]
F C
You'll learn more from failures and mistakes
F G G#dim
Life's about the choices that we make
[Chorus]
Am
Don't settle for the simple ride
F
There's sun over the mountainside
C G G#dim
Far beyond the great divide lies endless skies, blue and wide
Am F
Don't be afraid to sacrifice for something worthy of your life
C G
Don't waste your days on dreams that don't fill you
F G Am
Go find out what you love and let it kill you
F G G#dim Am G
Find out what you love and let it kill you
F G
Find out what you love
[Outro]
| C | G | F G | C |
How to play "What You Love" by Cody Jinks on guitar combines both an uplifting
melody and profound lyrics that explore the essence of living fully and loving deeply.
This song, structured around a series of chords that flow through the heart
of its message, is an anthem for those daring to pursue their true passions.
Intro and Verse Progressions:
The song starts with a warm and inviting intro, cycling through C, G, and F
chords, setting a reflective tone.
Verses continue with this progression, emphasizing life's challenges and the beauty
of perseverance. The C to G transition suggests movement and change, while
the F chord offers a moment of introspection and resolution.
Lyrics like "Life is tough, and love's a fight" are supported by the steady, reassuring
rhythm of these chords, encouraging a strumming pattern
that's both reflective and optimistic.
Pre-Chorus and Chorus:
The pre-chorus introduces a slight shift with an F to C progression, and a G to
G#dim transition, adding a touch of tension that resolves beautifully into the chorus.
The Chorus opens up with Am to F, moving through C, G, and incorporating G#dim,
painting a picture of vast possibilities and urging a life lived to the fullest.
This section's chords elevate the song's message, "Don't settle for the simple ride,"
encouraging a dynamic and expressive delivery that captures the spirit of the lyrics.
Bridge and Instrumental:
The bridge, with F to C and then G to G#dim, reflects on the lessons learned from
life's trials, reinforcing the song's overarching theme with
a profound sense of realization.
The instrumental section allows for a musical reflection on the song's themes,
using the verse and chorus chord progressions to create a moment
of introspection before the final chorus.
Outro:
The song concludes on a contemplative note, revisiting the intro's
chord progression, bringing the listener full circle back to the song's
beginning, yet with a deeper understanding and appreciation for its message.
Playing Tips:
- Maintain a balance between strumming and dynamic shifts to match the song's
emotional highs and lows. The transition from verse to chorus and bridge should
feel like a journey, with each chord progression leading deeper into the song's narrative.
- The G#dim chord adds a unique color to the progression, serving as a musical
turning point that emphasizes the song's key moments. Handle this chord with
care to ensure it blends smoothly into the mix.
- Pay attention to the lyrical content as you play; this song is as much about its
message as it is about its melody. Let the chords support and elevate the lyrics,
creating a cohesive and compelling musical story.
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