Somewhere Over Us chords
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[Intro]
D G D G
[Verse 1]
D
Wonder if the tears dry up way out west
G
Where the rain don't fall, where the red sun sets
D G
Might take a couple tanks of 89 to find out
D
Try and leave the heartbreak in the dust
G
Find a clear rearview in this dang ol' truck
D G
Beat on the dash and put all the past behind
[Chorus]
D
Yeah, I'll drive 'til you're outta my mind
G
Throw goodbye into high gear out here, into the night
Bm7
The where don't matter, it's all the same
A
Make it San Diеgo or Santa Fe
G
By the time that moving-on sun comеs up
Em7 D G
I'll be somewhere over us
[Verse 2]
D
I've seen your silhouette dance in the Tuscon stars
G
And your eyes cut right through the desert dark
D G
If your memory ain't gone, I ain't putting this thing in park
[Chorus]
D
Yeah, I'll drive 'til you're outta my mind
G
Throw goodbye into high gear out here, into the night
Bm7
The where don't matter, it's all the same
A
Make it San Diеgo or Santa Fe
G
By the time that moving-on sun comеs up
Em7 D
I'll be somewhere over us
[Guitar Solo]
D G
Somewhere over us
[Bridge]
Bm
You're still in every turn
A
So I'll keep cutting curves
G
'Til the road runs out of wind
Em
I'll be blurring these ol' white lines
[Chorus]
D
Yeah, I'll drive 'til you're outta my mind
G
Throw goodbye into high gear out here, into the night
Bm7
The where don't matter, it's all the same
A
Make it San Diеgo or Santa Fe
G
By the time that moving-on sun comеs up
Em7 D
I'll be somewhere over us
[Outro]
G D G D
Somewhere over us
Tuning and Setup
First, ensure your guitar is tuned to standard tuning (E A D G B E). No capo is needed
for this song, making it accessible for beginners.
Chords Used
Here are the chord shapes you'll need to know:
D major
G major
Bm7 (B minor 7)
A major
Em7 (E minor 7)
If you're not familiar with these chords, take some time to learn their finger positions.
Each chord contributes to the song's emotional and sonic landscape, from the hopeful
resonance of the D major to the reflective melancholy of the Em7.
Intro and Verse
The intro and verses follow a simple progression:
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D G D G
This progression sets a reflective tone right from the start. Strum each chord in a
steady rhythm, focusing on a smooth transition between chords. The steady alternation
between D and G lays a comforting foundation, reflecting the narrative of moving on and
finding peace.
Chorus
The chorus introduces a slight variation with additional chords:
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D G Bm7 A G Em7
Here, the inclusion of Bm7 and A major adds depth, moving the song's narrative
forward. The transition from G to Em7 before returning to D adds a poignant touch,
emphasizing the theme of journey and emotional transition. Pay attention to the
rhythm and make sure your strums are in time with the lyrics for emotional impact.
Guitar Solo and Bridge
The guitar solo simplifies the progression to just D and G, focusing on instrumental
expression. Feel free to improvise here if you're comfortable, or simply strum the
chords to maintain the song's flow.
The bridge with Bm, A, G, and Em chords offers a moment of introspection, mirroring
the lyrical theme of persistence and the continuous journey. Maintain a steady rhythm
and let each chord resonate.
Practice Tips
Start Slow: Focus on getting the chord changes smooth and accurate. Speed will
come with practice.
Play Along: Once you're comfortable, try playing along with the original track to
match the rhythm and dynamics.
Express Emotion: The song's narrative is about moving on and introspection.
Let your playing reflect these emotions.