Rootin' For You chords
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[Intro]
D
[Verse 1]
D
You may not feel like a first place prize
D
The color ribbon you are is the look in your eyes
D
The greatest table setting at the county fair
D
You thought they overlooked you in their judge’s chair
D
Before you go puttin’ down your beautiful size
D
And hatin’ on the natural circumference of your thighs
D
Too round, too short, too tall, too slight
D
Try lookin’ at you with a pair of doting eyes
[Chorus]
D C
I’m not just rootin’ for everybody
G D
But I’m rootin’ for you
E
I wanna see you get to where you want to, buddy
A
Feelin’ the way you ought to do
D N.C.
Well I’m hootin’ and a’ hollerin’ front row, honey
N.C.
Hoping that you take all of the fat cats’ money
D C
I’m not just rootin’ for everybody
G D
But I’m rootin’ for you
[Verse 2]
D
Before you go a’ changin’ from your boots to your hat
D
May I remind you there ain’t no one lookin’ like that
D
How coo-coo-cool to be one of a kind
D
Not just talkin’ ‘bout your looks, I’m also talkin’ ‘bout your mind
D
You may not ever be met with applause
D
Or understanding, but that don’t mean that you’re flawed
D
Ain’t no point in doin’ it for the medals
D
But I’ll be over here tossin’ you the rose petals
[Chorus]
D C
I’m not just rootin’ for everybody
G D
But I’m rootin’ for you
E
I wanna see you get to where you want to, buddy
A
Feelin’ the way you ought to do
D N.C.
Well I’m hootin’ and a’ hollerin’ front row, honey
N.C.
Hoping that you take all of the fat cats’ money
[Fiddle Solo]
F G D F G D
F G D F G D
[Verse 3]
D
Well I’m hootin’ and a hollerin’ front row, honey
D
Hoping that you take all of the fat cats’ money
D
Anywhere you’re headed, I’m running alongside
D
Anyone who ain’t, you’re gonna pass em by
[Chorus]
D C
I’m not just rootin’ for everybody
G D
But I’m rootin’ for you
C
I’m not just rootin’ for everybody
G D
But I’m rootin’ for you
[Outro]
C G D
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How to play "Rootin' For You" by Emily Nenni on guitar
Chords & Setup:
Chords needed: D, C, G, E, A, F
Capo: No capo is required
Chord Guide:
D: xx0232
C: x32010
G: 320003
E: 022100
A: x02220
F: 133211
Strumming Pattern:
Verse & Chorus: Start with a straightforward strumming pattern, emphasizing downstrokes.
Fiddle Solo: Keep a steady rhythm during the solo, using a mix of down and upstrokes.
Verse 1 & 2:
The progression revolves around D, and every line starts and ends with it.
Focus on a consistent rhythm to match the lyrical phrasing.
Chorus:
The chorus progression is D, C, G, and back to D.
Emphasize chord changes to highlight the message.
Fiddle Solo:
Play a sequence of F, G, and D repeatedly to accompany the solo.
Verse 3:
Continue with the same D-centered chord progression.
Maintain a lively rhythm to match the encouraging tone.
Outro:
The song wraps up with a final D, C, G, and D progression.
General Tips:
Transitions: Work on switching chords smoothly, especially between D and C.
Rhythm: Use a foot tap to keep a steady tempo.
Lyrics Meaning:
The lyrics offer supportive encouragement, emphasizing individual uniqueness
and confidence. The narrator is cheering for a loved one, urging them to embrace
themselves and reach their full potential.