Jaybird chords
Swap ↔ or rotate ↻ the device
]Intro]
G D A D
G D A D
G D A D
G D A A D D
[Verse]
G D A D
Well, you tried and you tried but you never got better
G D A D
The cops got confused by your suicide letter
G D
Not outwards but inwards
A Bm
Used too many big words
G D A Bm
It's no surprise your body it never was found
G D A D D
I find your body all over this town
[Chorus]
G D
Oh hey, Jaybird
A D
Well, you finally found home
G D
You're a long time running
A D
Now you're long time gone
G D
Hey, Jaybird
A Bm
I'm doing just fine
G D A D
My head is a wreck and my chest's on fire
G D A D D
My head is a wreck and my chest's on fire
[Verse]
G D A D
I swear I saw your spirit flying up above me
G D A D
Still thinking how you disappointed everybody
G D A Bm Bm
The red rage of doomsday came to your lips
G D A D
But you never had the guts to be the protagonist
G D A D D
No Dungeons and Dragons protagonist
[Chorus]
G D
And hey, Jaybird
A D
Well, you finally found home
G D
You're a long time running
A D
Now you're long time gone
G D
Hey, Jaybird
A Bm
I'm doing just fine
G D A Bm
My head is a wreck and my chest's on fire
G D A D D
My head is a wreck and my chest's on fire
[Instrumental]
G D A D
G D A D
G D A Bm Bm
G D A D
G D A D
[Verse]
G D A D
So what clean the slate and roll away the stone
G D A D
The day has evil enough on its own
G D A Bm Bm
I see the Jaybird sitting on his trash can throne
G D A Bm
Oh, who am I to sing before I know the song?
G D A Bm
I'm always gonna sing before I know the song
G D A Bm
Oh, who am I to sing before I know the song?
G D A D D
I'm always gonna sing before I know the song
[Chorus]
G D
Oh and hey, Jaybird
A D
Well, you finally found home
G D
You're a long time running
A D
Now you're gone, gone, gone
G D
Hey, Jaybird
A Bm
I'm doing just fine
G D A Bm
My head is a wreck and my chest's on fire
G D A D D
My head is a wreck and my chest's on fire
[Instrumental/Outro]
G D A Bm Bm
G D A D
G D A G D
X
Introduction & Verses
The song begins with an intro and is followed by verses that utilize a progression
of G, D, A, and D chords. This progression is emblematic of many folk and indie
songs, creating a soothing yet melancholic atmosphere that allows the narrative
to take center stage.
For the introduction and verses, you'll start by strumming the G chord, then
move to D, then to A, and back to D. This cycle repeats, setting a reflective mood.
Playing Technique
When playing the G chord, position your fingers so that the chord resonates clearly,
and transition smoothly to the D chord by rearranging your fingers quickly without
losing the rhythm. Moving to the A chord, ensure you maintain the strumming pattern,
which is crucial for keeping the song's pace. Finally, transitioning back to D
before starting the progression over again requires practice to ensure the changes
are seamless and in time with the song's tempo.
Emotion and Storytelling
The verses tell a story of reflection, loss, and coming to terms with the past,
encapsulated by the line "Well, you tried and you tried but you never got better".
The chords G, D, A, and especially the inclusion of Bm in certain parts, add depth to
the emotional landscape of the song. The Bm chord, in particular, introduces a
somber tone, reflective of the song's themes.
Chorus
The chorus introduces a slight variation in the chord progression, maintaining
the G, D, and A chords but focusing on the narrative's climax - the acknowledgment
of Jaybird's journey and the personal reflection of the speaker. The repetition
of "My head is a wreck and my chest's on fire" with the chords G, D, A, and back
to D underlines the emotional intensity of the song.
Instrumental Sections
Instrumental sections provide a moment for reflection, allowing the listener to
digest the story and its emotions. Here, the chords follow a similar pattern but
focus on instrumental melody, offering a pause from the lyrical narrative.