[Intro]
C Em D C Em D
(Oh, yeah)
[Verse 1]
C Em D C
Damn, rock bottom hits different this time
Em D C
I've never felt it fallin' from cloud nine
Em D C
They say the crash is always worth the high
Em
But I'm losing my mind
D C Em D
I'm closing my eyes at night but I ain't sleepin'
C Em D
The forever I saw, I can't unsee it
[Chorus]
C Em D Cmaj7
I wish I never went down to that bar
Em D Cmaj7
I wish I never walked you back to your car
Em D
Yeah, I shoulda kept my heart to myself
Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7
'Cause girl, I spent too many days feeling things I wish I never felt
Em
Girl, you were something else
D Cmaj7 Em
I didn't know an angel knew how to drag you through Hell
D Cmaj7 Em
I drank you from the bottle, shoulda lеft it on the shelf
D Cmaj7 Em D C Em
It turns out whiskey ain't novocainе, I'm feeling things I wish I never felt
D C Em D
(I wish I never felt)
[Verse 2]
C Em D C
Past, I've been spendin' every minute in the past
Em D C
Wish I could hate you when the memories were bad
Em D C
I was good without the best I ever had
Em
There ain't no going back
D C Em D
No going back through that door I didn't see closin'
Cmaj7 Em D
Feelin' like this empty glass I'm holdin'
[Chorus]
C Em D Cmaj7
I wish I never went down to that bar
Em D Cmaj7
I wish I never walked you back to your car
Em D
Yeah, I shoulda kept my heart to myself
Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7
'Cause girl, I spent too many days feeling things I wish I never felt
Em
Girl, you were something else
D Cmaj7 Em
I didn't know an angel knew how to drag you through Hell
D Cmaj7 Em
I drank you from the bottle, shoulda lеft it on the shelf
D Cmaj7 Em D C Em
It turns out whiskey ain't novocainе, I'm feeling things I wish I never felt
D C Em
(I wish I never felt)
[Bridge]
D Cmaj7 Em
I wish I never felt the touch of your skin
D Cmaj7 Em D
I wish I never heard my name from your lips
[Chorus]
Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7
'Cause I wish I never went down to that bar
Em D Cmaj7
I wish I never walked you back to your car
Em D
Yeah, I shoulda kept my heart to myself
Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7
'Cause girl, I spent too many days feeling things I wish I never felt
Em
Girl, you were something else
D Cmaj7 Em
I didn't know an angel knew how to drag you through Hell
D Cmaj7 Em
I drank you from the bottle, shoulda lеft it on the shelf
D Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7 Em
It turns out whiskey ain't novocainе, I'm feeling things I wish I never felt
[Outro]
D Cmaj7 Em
(I wish I never felt)
D Cmaj7 Em
(I wish I never felt)
D
(I wish I never felt)
How to play "Wish I Never Felt" on guitar.
"Wish I Never Felt" is an emotionally charged song by Nate Smith that navigates through the
complex feelings of heartbreak and regret. The song features a mix of chords that provide
a rich harmonic backdrop to its poignant lyrics, making it a resonant piece for guitarists
who wish to explore the depths of emotional storytelling through music.
Capo: No capo required.
Chords Used:
C, Em, D, Cmaj7
Tuning:
Standard tuning (E A D G B E)
Intro:
The intro sets the emotional tone of the song with a sequence of C, Em, D, leading into
the first verse.
C Em D C Em D
Verse Progression:
The verses weave a narrative of loss and longing, using C, Em, D, and transitioning
through these chords to reflect the lyrical content.
C Em D C
Em D C
Em D C Em
D C Em D
Chorus:
The chorus heightens the song's emotional intensity, employing Cmaj7, Em, D, and
repeating these chords to underscore the themes of regret and unrequited love.
Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7
Em D Cmaj7
Em D Cmaj7 Em
D Cmaj7 Em D
C Em D C Em D
Bridge:
The bridge offers a poignant reflection on the physical and emotional connections
that are yearned for, using Cmaj7, Em, and D to carry this introspective moment.
D Cmaj7 Em
D Cmaj7 Em D
Outro:
The outro reiterates the chorus's chords, gently fading out as the song comes to a
close, leaving a lasting impression of the story told.
Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7 Em
D Cmaj7 Em D Cmaj7 Em
D
Strumming Pattern:
A strumming pattern that matches the song's tempo and emotional narrative is essential.
Mixing downstrokes and upstrokes with a focus on dynamic expression will help to convey
the song's heartfelt message.
Song Lyrics Meaning:
"Wish I Never Felt" delves into the aftermath of a relationship, expressing the desire
to have never experienced certain feelings if they only lead to pain and heartache. Nate
Smith captures the essence of wishing to erase memories that once brought joy but now
only bring sorrow. The song's introspective lyrics, combined with its emotive melody,
offer a raw and relatable look at the struggles of moving on from a past love, making it
a powerful piece for any guitarist interested in conveying deep emotional experiences
through music.
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