[Verse 1]
G
Now you hear it all the time
Gmaj7
"Ten years down the drain"
C
People signin' dotted lines
Cmaj7
All 'cause they drifted away
G
"But that'll never be us"
Gmaj7
Well, that's easy to say
C
'Cause we're crazy in love
Cmaj7
But at some point, so were they
[Pre-Chorus]
Am
I guess even when you know, when you know
C
There's still a whole lot that you don't
[Chorus]
G
I ain't afraid of growin' up
G
Ain't nobody just stays young
C
Ain't afraid to put some roots in the ground
C
Watch 'em grow into hummingbird lilies in the yard
G
I ain't afraid of growin' old
G
Hair goin' all gray from gold
C
Ain't a growin' pain that can break my heart
G
Long as we nеver grow apart
[Verse 2]
G
Lines on my face gеttin' deeper
G
Nah, that ain't one of my fears
C
It's wakin' up with a stranger
C G
That I've been with for years
[Pre-Chorus]
C
So, baby, hold me
Am G C
Never stop tryin' to get to know me
[Chorus]
G
'Cause I ain't afraid of growin' up
G
Ain't nobody just stays young
C
Ain't afraid to put some roots in the ground
C
Watch 'em grow into hummingbird lilies in the yard
G
I ain't afraid of growin' old
G
Hair goin' all gray from gold
C
Ain't a growin' pain that can break my heart
G
Long as we nеver grow apart
[Bridge]
G
Baby, hold me
Gmaj7
Never stop tryin' to get to know me
Cmaj7
Fight with me, try with me
C
Never be too strong to cry with me
G
Pray with me, stay with me
G
Even when I push you away from me
Cmaj7
Look at me, really look at me
C
Tell me that you love me every day
[Chorus]
G
I ain't afraid of growin' up
G
Ain't nobody just stays young
C
Ain't afraid to put some roots in the ground
C
Watch 'em grow into hummingbird lilies in the yard
G
I ain't afraid of growin' old
G
Hair goin' all gray from gold
C
Ain't a growin' pain that can break my heart
G
Long as we nеver grow apart
[Outro]
G
Baby, hold me
Gmaj7
Never stop tryin' to get to know (We never grow apart, no)
Cmaj7
Fight with me, try with me
C
Never be too strong to cry with me
G
Pray with me, stay with me (Oh, yeah)
Gmaj7
Even when I push you away from me (Oh)
Cmaj7
Look at me, really look at me
G
Tell me that you love me every day (Love me every day)
How to play "Grow Apart" by Gabby Barrett on guitar provides an intimate
look into a song that speaks to the fears and hopes of a lasting relationship,
underscored by a beautiful chord progression that captures the essence
of commitment and the passage of time. This guide will help you navigate
through the chords and structure of the song.
Verse and Chorus Chord Progression
The song opens with a series of chords that set a reflective tone, beginning
with G and moving through Gmaj7, C, and Cmaj7. This progression is not only
easy for beginners to pick up but also establishes a warm, enveloping sound
that carries throughout the song.
G Major: Place your middle finger on the third fret of the low E (6th) string,
your index finger on the second fret of the A (5th) string, and your ring finger
on the third fret of the high E (1st) string.
Gmaj7: From the G chord, simply move your ring finger to the B (2nd) string
third fret and your pinky to the E (1st) string third fret, leaving the G (3rd)
string open for a richer sound.
C Major: Shift your fingers to place your ring finger on the third fret of the
A (5th) string, your middle finger on the second fret of the D (4th) string,
and your index finger on the first fret of the B (2nd) string.
Cmaj7: For this chord, keep your fingers positioned as they are for C Major,
but lift off your index finger so the B (2nd) string plays open.
Pre-Chorus and Bridge
The pre-chorus introduces an Am chord, adding a slight shift in the song's
emotional intensity. The bridge echoes the chord progression of the verses
and choruses, maintaining the song's reflective narrative.
A Minor (Am): Position your index finger on the first fret of the B (2nd) string,
your middle finger on the second fret of the D (4th) string, and your ring finger
on the second fret of the G (3rd) string.
Outro
The outro revisits the introductory chord progression, offering a gentle
conclusion to the song's journey. It's a moment that encapsulates the song's
message of enduring love and the importance of growing together rather than apart.
As you play "Grow Apart," focus on the emotional delivery of each chord.
The transitions between chords should be smooth and deliberate, reflecting
the song's introspective and heartfelt message. This piece is not just about the
chords but the story they tell, making it a profound song for guitarists to explore and share.
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