Brighter Shade chords - Lost Dog Street Band ♬ How to Play

Brighter Shade chords

 
[Intro]
D    Em    G    D
Bm   G   D   Em
G   D
 
 
[Verse 1]
D
Each day I love you more
                         Em
And every time I seem to open up the door
                   G
I think I could be someone you adore
                                  D
Or at least better than I used to be
 
 
[Verse 2]
D
With that things will change
                         Em
Like the breeze on every foolish April day
                       G
I could leave but some part of me would stay

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                                  D
And it would drive you mad eventually
 
 
[Chorus]
    Bm         G               D
And only I can love you like I do
        Em
And you dare to trade it all for
G                   D
A brighter shade of blue
 
 
[Verse 3]
D
Take my hand and close your eyes
                          Em
Follow me through all the politics and pride
                   G
I was born to be a leader in the fight
                         D
Of anything you dare to achieve
 
 
[Verse 4]
D
With a promise and a sigh
                 Em
I can only offer my entire life
                             G
Final breath will leave some photos and some rhymes
                                D
But no one here can claim eternity
 
 
[Chorus]
    Bm         G               D
And only I can love you like I do
        Em
And you dare to trade it all for
G                   D
A brighter shade of blue
 
 
[Instrumental Break]
Bm   G   D   Em
G   D
 
 
[Out-Chorus]
    Bm         G               D
And only I can love you like I do
        Em
And you dare to trade it all for
G                   D
A brighter shade of blue




How to play "Brighter Shade" by Lost Dog Street Band on guitar

Playing Style: Use a relaxed strumming style to convey the song's
introspective and emotional tone.

[Intro]
Chords: D, Em, G, D, Bm, G, D, Em, G, D
- Begin with a gentle strum on D, transitioning smoothly to Em and G,
  then back to D. This pattern sets a reflective tone.
- Continue the chord sequence with Bm, maintaining a steady, soothing
  strumming pattern, and repeat the cycle.

[Verse 1 & 2]
Chords: D, Em, G, D (repeat)
- Use a mix of down and up strums. Emphasize the emotional lyrics with
  dynamic changes in your strumming intensity.
- Focus on clear chord transitions, especially between D and Em, to
  maintain the melodic flow of the verses.

[Chorus]
Chords: Bm, G, D, Em, G, D
- Start the chorus with a slight increase in strumming intensity to
  highlight the emotional peak of the song.
- The shift to Bm adds a poignant touch, aligning with the heartfelt
  lyrics.

[Instrumental Break]
Chords: Bm, G, D, Em, G, D
- Mirror the intro's reflective mood. Let the instrumental speak by
  keeping the strumming simple but expressive.

[Out-Chorus]
Chords: Same as the chorus.
- For the final chorus, perhaps add more intensity or vary the
  strumming pattern to build towards the song's conclusion.

General Tips:
- Tuning: Ensure your guitar is tuned to standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Practice transitioning between chords smoothly to maintain the
  lyrical flow of the song.
- Keep the strumming consistent but be responsive to the emotional
  cues in the lyrics.

Common Mistakes:
- Rushing through chord transitions, especially in the chorus. Take
  time to let each chord resonate.
- Overstrumming can overpower the vocals. Strum lightly to complement
  the singing.

Lyrics Meaning:
The lyrics of "Brighter Shade" reflect on personal growth and the
complexities of love and change. The singer addresses a deep,
emotional bond that is tested by life's inevitable changes, using
color imagery to express hope and melancholy.