[Intro]
C Cadd4 C
[Verse]
C
Have you always been this bitter
F C
Have you always been this cold
F C
Have I just been gone too long
G
Gettin' bought and sold
C
Did someone steal your sunshine
F C
Have you always been this gray
F C
I don't know if it's me or it's you
G G
But one of us has changed
[Chorus]
Am G C
Oh oh oh, it's been nice to know ya
C G/B Am G C
Guess it's time I get on down the road
C G/B Am G
When you're forgettin' me
C Em F
Crucify my memory
C
Know I bleed
G Am
O-hi-o
Am G/B F G C C Cadd4 C Cadd4 C
Oh-oh-oh--hi-o
[Verse]
C
I remember you
F C
The way you used to be
F C
Before they parked the trains on the tracks
G
And the parking lots grew weeds
C
I could stay a little longer
F C
And try to find the spark
F C
But I'd be like them fireflies
G
Burned out in them jars
G G7
Guess we are who we are
[Chorus]
Am G C
Oh oh oh, it's been nice to know ya
C G/B Am G C
Guess it's time I get on down the road
C G/B Am G
When you're forgettin' me
C Em F
Crucify my memory
C
'Cause know I bleed
G Am
O-hi-o
Am G/B F G C
Oh-oh-oh--hi-o
[Instrumental]
C G/B Am G F
C G/B Am G F G C G
[Outro]
Am G
When you're forgetting me
C Em F
Crucify my memory
C
Just know I'll bleed
G Am
O-hi-o
Am G/B F G C
Oh-oh-oh--hi-o
Chords used: C, Cadd4, F, G, Am, G/B, Em, G7
Intro:
The song starts with a C to Cadd4 progression, setting a reflective and slightly
melancholic tone.
Verse:
The verse follows with the C chord, transitioning to F and back to C, painting a picture
of change and the resultant feelings. The transition to G adds a musical question or
perhaps a realization of the changes encountered.
Chorus:
The chorus introduces Am to G and then back to C, embodying the main message of moving
on despite the connection to Ohio. The progression C G/B to Am, G, and back to C emphasizes
the departure and the memories left behind. The mention of "Crucify my memory" over C, Em,
F chords underscores the desire to leave the past behind, despite the pain it might cause.
Instrumental:
The instrumental section follows the chord pattern of C, G/B, Am, G, and F, allowing for a
moment of reflection on the song's themes before the final verse and chorus.
Outro:
The outro reiterates the chorus's themes, with the final lines emphasizing the lasting impact
of the memories and the irreversible nature of change, ending on the C chord to bring closure to the song.
Playing Tips:
Pay attention to the emotional delivery of the lyrics, using the dynamics of your playing to
highlight the reflective nature of the song.
The transition between C and Cadd4 in the intro and throughout the song adds a nice touch
of complexity and emotion; practice it to ensure smoothness.
The chorus is the emotional climax of the song, so make sure to convey the sense of resolve
and resignation in moving on from Ohio.
The instrumental section is a great opportunity to experiment with expressive playing, perhaps
adding subtle variations to reflect the song's nostalgic tone.
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