I'd Be Lying - Will Hoge

I'd Be Lying chords

[Intro]
G
 
 
[Verse 1]
G
I think about my future
  Cadd9          G
I think about my day
  D
I relive little victories
      Cadd9          G
And I contemplate mistakes
G
I think about the good times
    Cadd9         G
And in my head, I sing
         D
You know when my mind gets going
       Cadd9                  G
It's a million different things
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em         D             Cadd9       G

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But I'd be lying if I said I didn't think about you
       Em    D              Cadd9     G
I keep on pretending but it ain't the truth
         Em     D              G      Cadd9
I stayed up all night with the living proof
       Em         D             Cadd9       G
I'd be lying if I said I didn't think about you
 
 
[Verse 2]
G
I think about my family
G
And where the years have gone
  D
I dream about that sunrise
        Cadd9               G
When we stayed up all night long
G
In those lawn chairs in the desert
             Cadd9   G
Beneath that Arizona sky
      D
I try keeping myself busy
        Cadd9           G
Just to keep you off my mind
 
 
[Chorus]
           Em         D             Cadd9       G
But I'd be lying if I said I didn't think about you
       Em    D              Cadd9     G
I keep on pretending but it ain't the truth
         Em     D              G      Cadd9
I stayed up all night with the living proof
       Em         D             Cadd9       G
I'd be lying if I said I didn't think about you
 
 
[Bridge]
        Cadd9           G
I tried rock n roll and old guitars
Cadd9          G
Cigarettes and late-night bars
Cadd9          G             D
Doesn't really matter what I try
D
Because honey I
 
 
[Chorus]
       Em         D             Cadd9       G
I'd be lying if I said I didn't think about you
       Em    D              Cadd9     G
I keep on pretending but it ain't the truth
         Em     D              G      Cadd9
I stayed up all night with the living proof
       Em         D             Cadd9       G
I'd be lying if I said I didn't think about you
 
 
[Outro]
          Em    D         G
Yeah, I'm lying here just thinking about you




How to play "I'd Be Lying" by Will Hoge on guitar

Playing Style:
- This song uses a mix of G, Cadd9, D, and Em to create a reflective and
  contemplative mood. It's structured around acoustic guitar, which
  suits its introspective lyrics well.

Intro and Verse Chord Progression:
- Begin with G, setting a steady, grounding tone for the verses. Transition
  through Cadd9, G, and D for a melodically rich progression that supports the
  lyrical storytelling.

Strumming Pattern:
- A recommended strumming pattern is D-DU-UD-DU (D=down, U=up), which
  offers a good balance between rhythm and melody, allowing for lyrical
  emphasis without overwhelming the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Watch for the proper fingering of Cadd9 and the transitions to and from this
  chord; it's easy to muddy the sound if not played cleanly.
- Ensure that the emotional delivery matches the song's reflective nature;
  overly aggressive strumming can detract from its introspective quality.

Chorus Dynamics:
- The chorus shifts to a slightly more dynamic arrangement with the inclusion of
  Em. Increase the intensity slightly to match the lyrical intensity as the
  subject matter becomes more earnest and direct.

Bridge:
- The bridge introduces a lyrical and melodic pause with repetition of Cadd9 and G,
  leading into D. This section can be played with a slight rhythmic variation or
  emphasis to highlight the introspective lyrics.

Outro:
- Return to the Em, D, and G chords for the outro, echoing the chorus's themes
  and bringing the song to a thoughtful close.

Lyrics Meaning:
- "I'd Be Lying" explores themes of denial and acknowledgment of persistent
  thoughts about a past relationship. The song navigates through memories,
  distractions, and the unavoidable truth of lingering feelings.