How to Play "Here's To Hometowns" Guitar chords
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[Intro]
D Bm G
[Verse 1]
D
Here's to Sundays where folks still go to church
A
Here's to grass stains you can't get out a shirt
Bm
Here's to "Yes ma'am, yes sir," shake a hand, hard work
G
Funnel cake at the county fair concert
A G
Here's to friends that'll last 'cause they knew you first
[Chorus]
D
Here's to them two-lane roads, tracin' them county lines
A
Here's to them fourth and goals boys of fall on Friday nights
Bm
Here's to the way we talk, here's to remember when
G
Herе's to your favorite country song on the truck FM
D
Herе's to that first kiss taste of strawberry wine
A
Here's to them good ol' days, born and raised way of life
Bm
Without them middle of nowheres, who knows where we'd be now
G N.C. D
Here's to that holy ground, here's to hometowns
[Verse 2]
D
Here's to an Icee in the AC with our hands thrown out the window
A
Here's to days we can't forget and to the nights we can't remember
Bm
From down-home Georgia to California, and Rocky Top, Tennessee
G
Here's to towns you can't pronounce and map dots that most ain't ever seen
[Chorus]
D
Here's to them two-lane roads, tracin' them county lines
A
Here's to them fourth and goals boys of fall on Friday nights
Bm
Here's to the way we talk, here's to remember when
G
Herе's to your favorite country song on the truck FM
D
Herе's to that first kiss taste of strawberry wine
A
Here's to them good ol' days, born and raised way of life
Bm
Without them middle of nowheres, who knows where we'd be now
G N.C. D
Here's to that holy ground, here's to hometowns
[Bridge]
D
(Woah-oh) Let's raise one up
A G
(Woah-oh) To the place that raised us
[Chorus]
D
Here's to them two-lane roads, tracin' them county lines
A
Here's to them fourth and goals boys of fall on Friday nights
Bm
Here's to the way we talk, here's to remember when
G
Herе's to your favorite country song on the truck FM
D
Herе's to that first kiss taste of strawberry wine
A
Here's to them good ol' days, born and raised way of life
Bm
Without them middle of nowheres, who knows where we'd be now
G
Where we got lost and found, just tryin' to make 'em proud
N.C. D A
Here's to that holy ground, here's to hometowns
[Outro]
Bm
Here's to hometowns, yeah
G D
Here's to that holy ground, here's to hometowns
How to play "Here's To Hometowns" by Nate Smith on guitar
[Intro]
- Chords: D, Bm, G
- Strumming: Use a steady down-up pattern.
- Transition: Ensure smooth changes between chords.
[Verse 1]
- Chords: D, A, Bm, G
- Strumming: Use a relaxed down-up pattern, focusing on downstrokes.
- Dynamics: Play softly to complement the storytelling lyrics.
- Transition: Practice clean changes between D and A.
[Chorus]
- Chords: D, A, Bm, G
- Strumming: Increase intensity with a steady down-up pattern.
- Rhythm: Emphasize the first beat of each measure to give the chorus more impact.
- Dynamics: Play louder than the verse to highlight the chorus.
[Verse 2]
- Chords: D, A, Bm, G
- Strumming: Return to a softer down-up pattern, similar to the first verse.
- Feel: Maintain the same dynamics, focusing on the lyrical delivery.
- Transition: Ensure clean chord changes to keep the verse fluid.
[Chorus]
- Chords: D, A, Bm, G
- Strumming: Maintain a steady down-up pattern with increased intensity.
- Dynamics: Play louder than the verse to make the chorus impactful.
- Emphasis: Highlight the first beat of each measure.
[Bridge]
- Chords: D, A, G
- Strumming: Play with a slightly more intense strumming pattern, focusing on downstrokes.
- Dynamics: Build up the intensity to prepare for the final chorus.
- Technique: Use dynamics to create a sense of build-up.
[Chorus]
- Chords: D, A, Bm, G
- Strumming: Maintain the steady down-up pattern with increased intensity.
- Dynamics: Play louder than the verse to make the chorus impactful.
- Emphasis: Highlight the first beat of each measure.
[Outro]
- Chords: D, A, Bm, G
- Strumming: Gradually soften your strumming as the song concludes.
- Dynamics: End gently, mirroring the song's intro.
[Common Mistakes]
- Switching between D and A: Practice the finger positioning for smooth transitions.
- Strumming consistency: Focus on keeping a steady rhythm, especially during dynamic changes.
- Overplaying: Ensure the vocals remain the focal point by not overpowering them with the guitar.
[Song Facts]
"Here's To Hometowns" by Nate Smith is a tribute to the places and people
that shape who we are. The song celebrates the values, memories, and
simple pleasures of growing up in a small town. It reflects on the
importance of community and the lasting impact of one's roots.
[Artist Biography]
Nate Smith is a rising country music artist known for his heartfelt lyrics
and soulful voice. With roots in California, Smith's music blends
traditional country with modern influences, creating a unique sound that
resonates with a wide audience. His authentic storytelling and emotional
performances have quickly garnered a dedicated fanbase.