How to Play "Fall Of Summer" Guitar chords
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[Intro]
| C | Cmaj7 C | 2x
| C | Cmaj7 C | Am | Fsus2 | 2x
[Verse 1]
C Cmaj7 C
Every time that first warm breeze blows in, I think about it
Am Fsus2
I can almost smell that salt in the wind
C Cmaj7
Wondering if your number is still the same
C
Hey girl, I doubt it
Am Fsus2
I haven't called it since God knows when
G
Since moonlight on the shoreline
G
Heart with my name next to yours
Fsus2
Some memories stick around like white sand in the floor board
[Chorus]
C G Am
Here's to my red-light dashboard drummer
Fsus2 C G Am
Best sunsets that I ever saw
Fsus2 C G Am
Every kiss like a cold rum runner
Fsus2
I still remember it all, September calling it off
Am G
Here's to the rise and fall, of summer
[Instrumental]
| Fsus2 | Fsus2 | Am | G |
[Verse 2]
C Cmaj7 C
You said I wouldn't miss you when you got back home to Dallas
Am Fsus2
And I said you oughta come see me at state
C Cmaj7 C
You were the one who taught me how heartbreak happens
Am Fsus2
Feeling the sting and then watching it fade
G
Like a sunburn on your shoulders
G
Girl, that's all it was to you
Fsus2
When I think about you and me
Fsus2
It's a little more like a tattoo
[Chorus]
C G Am
Here's to my red-light dashboard drummer
Fsus2 C G Am
Best sunsets that I ever saw
Fsus2 C G Am
Every kiss like a cold rum runner
Fsus2
I still remember it all, September calling it off
Am G
Here's to the rise and fall, of summer
[Instrumental]
| Fsus2 | Fsus2 | Am | G |
[Bridge]
G
Like moonlight on the shoreline
G
Heart with my name next to yours
Fsus2
Some memories stick around like white sand in the floor board
[Chorus]
C G Am
Here's to my red-light dashboard drummer
Fsus2 C G Am
Best sunsets that I ever saw
Fsus2 C G Am
Every kiss like a cold rum runner
Fsus2
I still remember it all, September calling it off
Am G Fsus2 Am
Here's to the rise and fall, of summer
G Fsus2
I still remember it all
Am G Fsus2 Am G
Here's to the rise and fall, of summer
[Ending]
| Fsus2 | Fsus2 | Am | G |
How to play "Fall Of Summer" by Scotty McCreery on guitar
[Intro]
- Play C, then Cmaj7 to C, repeating the sequence twice.
- Strum C to Cmaj7 to C, then switch to Am, and Fsus2.
- Repeat this sequence twice.
[Verse 1]
- C to Cmaj7 to C: Use a down-up strumming pattern, keeping it smooth.
- On "I can almost smell that salt," switch to Am, then Fsus2.
- Transition back to C, then Cmaj7 to C.
- Focus on smooth transitions and maintain the rhythm.
- On "Since moonlight on the shoreline," play G with emphasis.
- End the verse on Fsus2, letting the chord ring out.
[Chorus]
- C to G to Am: Use a down-up strumming pattern, emphasizing the first
beat of each measure.
- On "Best sunsets that I ever saw," transition to Fsus2.
- Repeat the sequence C to G to Am, then to Fsus2.
- For "I still remember it all," play Am, then G.
- Emphasize "Here's to the rise and fall, of summer" with a stronger
strum on G.
[Instrumental]
- Play Fsus2 twice, then Am to G, maintaining the strumming pattern.
[Verse 2]
- Similar to Verse 1, keep the strumming steady.
- Transition from C to Cmaj7 to C, then to Am and Fsus2.
- Focus on smooth transitions between chords.
- On "Like a sunburn on your shoulders," switch to G.
- Emphasize "It's a little more like a tattoo" with a stronger strum on
Fsus2.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the strumming pattern and transitions from the first chorus.
- Emphasize dynamics and key lyrics for emotional impact.
[Instrumental]
- Repeat the Fsus2, then Am to G sequence, maintaining the rhythm.
[Bridge]
- Play G with downstrokes, creating a somber mood.
- Let the chords ring out on "Heart with my name next to yours."
- Transition to Fsus2, emphasizing the final chord.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same strumming pattern and chord transitions.
- Emphasize the changes in dynamics and key lyrics.
[Ending]
- Play Fsus2 twice, then Am to G, letting the final G chord ring out.
[General Tips:]
- Tune: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Strumming: Use a down-up pattern for a relaxed feel.
- Transitions: Practice moving between chords smoothly.
- Dynamics: Emphasize key lyrics with louder strums for emotional
impact.
[Common mistakes:]
- Rushing the strumming pattern: Keep a steady tempo.
- Choppy transitions: Practice shifting between chords to avoid breaks.
- Not emphasizing dynamics: Use louder strums on key lyrics to enhance
the song's feel.
[Song Facts:]
"Fall Of Summer" by Scotty McCreery reflects on the bittersweet memories
of a summer romance. The lyrics recount the fleeting moments and lasting
impressions of a relationship that ended as the season changed. Scotty
McCreery, a prominent country artist, rose to fame after winning "American
Idol" in 2011. His music often explores themes of love, heartbreak, and
personal growth, resonating with fans through authentic storytelling and
relatable experiences.