[Intro]
C
Am F C
Am7 F C
Am7
[Verse]
F C
She's a night in California
Am7 F C Am7
She's a cigarette and I'm the vattle sea
F C
She's blacktop I'm Arizona
Am7 F C
Now I'm hitchhiking at high noon on bare feet
[Pre-Chorus]
Am7 F C
Says she's bad for me but she ain't
Am F C
She can kiss me now she's all I can drink
[Chorus]
Am F C
Give me something that burns like her
Am F C
Yeah give me something that hurts like heaven
Am F C
That kind of fire in my heart, leaving smoke in my shirt
Am F C
I'll take it any way I can get it
Am F C
Give me something that burns like her
Am F C
Something that burns like her
[Verse]
Am F C
Some nights just hard to handle
Am F C
Some nights she comes at me
Am F C
So easy to hold, if her soul's a Roman candle
Am F C
I wanna spend all my life taking in the show
[Pre-Chorus]
Am7 F C
Once she puts I'm striking that match
Am7 F C
Oh you know there ain't no going back
[Chorus]
Am F C
Give me something that burns like her
Am F C
Yeah give me something that hurts like heaven
Am F C
That kind of fire in my heart, leaving smoke in my shirt
Am F C
I'll take it any way I can get it
Am F C
Give me something that burns like her
Am7 F C
Yeah something that burns like her yeah ah
[nstrumental/Solo]
Am F C
Am F C
[Break]
Am7 F C
This feeling that I'm feeling right now
Am F C
Like it's been forever chasing it down
[Chorus]
Am F C
Give me something that burns like her
Am F C
Yeah give me something that hurts like heaven
G Am F C G
That kind of fire in my heart, leaving smoke in my shirt
Am F C
I'll take it any way I can get it
G Am F C
Give me something that burns like her
Am F C
Something that burns like her
Am F C
Give me something that burns like her
Am F C
Yeah something that burns like her
[Outro]
C
Am F C
Am F C
Am F C
Am F C
Am F C
Am F C
Am F C
Am F C
X
Song Structure and Chords
Intro: The song opens with the chord C, setting a reflective mood, quickly
moving through Am, F, and back to C, with a variation to Am7. This progression
sets the tone for the song's emotional depth.
Verse: The verses start with F to C, then Am7 to F, transitioning back to C.
This chord progression captures the narrative's essence, describing an intense,
almost painful love. The transition from Am7 back to C emphasizes the lingering
feeling of longing.
Pre-Chorus: Transitioning through Am7, F, and C, this section elevates the song's
emotional intensity, highlighting the paradox of a love that's both bad and essential.
Chorus: The chorus uses Am, F, and C to express a yearning for something as
intense and consuming as the subject of the song's affection. This section is the
emotional climax of the song, where the lyrics and chords together create a vivid
picture of longing and desire.
Instrumental/Solo and Break: These sections allow for musical reflection, mirroring
the introspective nature of the lyrics. The chord progressions continue to evoke
the song's central theme of longing.
Outro: The song concludes with a series of the initial chord progressions, allowing
the song to fade out while leaving the listener with the lingering emotion of the narrative.
Playing Tips
Emotion through Dynamics: The key to playing "Burns Like Her" is capturing the
song's emotional depth through dynamics. Allow the chord transitions to flow
smoothly, reflecting the ebb and flow of the narrative's intensity.
Focus on Am7: The use of Am7 adds a nuanced depth to the song's feel. Pay
special attention to how this chord, when played, adds a layer of emotional complexity.
Strumming Pattern: The strumming pattern should be reflective and not overpower
the vocals. A soft, consistent strum that allows the chords to resonate will
complement the song's mood.
Expressive Playing: The instrumental/solo sections are opportunities for expressive
playing. Use these moments to explore the guitar's emotional range, adding
personal touches that reflect the song's theme.
Embodying the Song
To effectively convey "Burns Like Her," consider the imagery and emotion
behind the lyrics. This song isn't just about playing chords; it's about storytelling
through music. Each chord change, each strum, should reflect the longing, the burn,
and the intensity of the song's narrative. As you play, visualize the metaphors in
the lyrics and let them guide your expression. This is a song that demands not
just technical proficiency but emotional connection, allowing the player to
communicate the deep, burning longing that defines the track.
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