Heard You Crying In Sleep chords - Hank Williams Chords

How to Play "Heard You Crying In Sleep" Guitar chords

    C         F                 C
I KNOW YOU TRIED YOUR BEST TO LOVE ME
      F                                 C
YOU SMILED WHEN YOUR HEART TOLD YOU TO WEEP
      F                             C
YOU TRIED TO PRETEND THAT YOU WERE HAPPY
           G7                              C
BUT LAST NIGHT I HEARD YOU CRYING IN YOUR SLEEP

               F                 C
YOU GAVE THE BEST YEARS OF YOUR LIFE DEAR 
     F                              C
AND EACH PRECIOUS VOW YOU TRIED TO KEEP
    F                          C
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I WANT YOU HAPPY
          G7                                C
BUT LAST NIGHT I HEARD YOU CRYING IN YOUR SLEEP

       C         F             C
YOUR HEART IS YEARNING FOR AN OLD LOVE
      F                       C
WITH NEW LOVE ITS USELESS TO COMPETE
     F                        C
IT HURTS ME TO KNOW YOU ARE UNHAPPY
           G7                               C

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BUT LAST NIGHT I HEARD YOU CRYING IN YOUR SLEEP

               f               C
YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE FREE TO GO DEAR
      F                       C
AND DON'T MIND IF I START TO WEEP
   F                         C
I KNOW I CAN NEVER MAKE YOU HAPPY
             G7                               C
CAUSE LAST NIGHT I HEARD YOU CRYING IN YOUR SLEEP






How to play "Heard You Crying In Your Sleep" on guitar

- For a traditional country vibe, play with open chords.
- Strumming with a smooth, steady pace that matches the melancholy tone.

[Verse 1]
- To transition from C to F, start with a C chord and effortlessly move to F.
- Strumming in a down-down-up pattern with emphasis on the downbeats.

- Return to C with clear, ringing notes from F.
- Stick with the same soft strumming pattern.

- To transition from G7 to C, repeat the same strumming rhythm.
- Make a clear, forceful strum back to C.

[Verse #2]
- To get from F to C, start with F and then transition to C.
- Use a constant strumming pattern to keep the song flowing smoothly.

- Transition smoothly from G7 to C.
- Strike a hard, clean strum on C to end the stanza.

[Verse 3]
- To transition from F to C, start with F and then easily move to C.
- Keep your strumming smooth and even.

- Transition from G7 to C with clarity and smoothness.
- Strumming quietly during the vocals emphasizes the lyrical substance.

[Verse 4
- To get from F to C, start with F and then transition to C.
- Keep the strumming pattern consistent to keep the flow going.

- To transition from G7 to C, make sure the notes are clear.
- Close the song with a powerful, resonant C chord.

[General Advice]
- Tuning: Make sure your guitar is set to normal EADGBE.
- Tone: To suit the melancholy mood, use a clean, bright tone.
- Practice: Concentrate on smooth transitions and a consistent rhythm.
- Common Mistakes: Do not rush through the chord changes; instead,
keep the tempo constant and calm.

Hank Williams' song "Heard You Crying In Your Sleep" is a genuine expression
of sadness and empathy. The lyrics express pain and knowledge of a loved one's
sadness. Hank Williams, a prominent figure in country music, wrote songs with
emotional depth and sincerity that captivate listeners. This song expresses the
anguish of knowing a loved one is unhappy and conveys
the essence of unfulfilled love.

Hank Williams was a prominent American singer-songwriter who greatly 
influenced country music. His singles, such as "Your Cheatin' Heart" and
"I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry," continue to resonate with listeners today,
despite his brief career. Williams' music tackled themes of heartache,
love, and life's challenges, making him a well-known character in music.