Ill Sail My Ship Alone chords - Hank Williams Chords

Ill Sail My Ship Alone chords

[Intro]
| A7 | D |
 
[Verse 1]
                                                              G
Now we've been sweethearts for so long, but now you say we're through
    A                              D
The love we shared is a just a memory
                                                       G
I have built a ship of dreams and planned them all for you
    A                                  D
But now I guess what it is to be, will be
 
[Chorus]
                              A7               A
I'll sail my ship alone, with all the dreams I own
A7                            D
Driftin' out across the ocean blue
                                A7
I'll sail my ship alone, though all the sails you torned
                                            D
And when it starts to sink, then I'll blame you
 
[Interlude]
| D | A | A7 | D |

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| D | A7 A | A7 | D |
 
[Verse 2]
                                                       G
Now I'm just like a ship at sea, that's lost without a sail
    A7                                D
The dark clouds hide the sun from up above
                                                       G
And even with these broken dreams, my heart will never fail
    A7                                D
For deep inside there's only one true love
 
[Chorus]
                              A7
I'll sail my ship alone, with all the dreams I own
                              D
Driftin' out across the ocean blue
                                A7
I'll sail my ship alone, though all the sails you've torned
                                            D
And when it starts to sink, then I'll blame you
 
[Verse 3]
                                                   G
I gave a message to the wind, to take back home to you
A7                           D
Hopin' you would hear my S.O.S
                                                  G
Maybe you would come back home, my darlin' if you knew
    A7                            D
How much my achin' heart is in distress
 
[Chorus]
                                  A7
But I'll sail my ship alone, with all the dreams I own
                              D
Driftin' out across the ocean blue
                                A
I'll sail my ship alone, though all the sails you torned
                                      A7        D
And when it starts to sink, then I'll blame you-ou






How to play "I'll Sail My Ship Alone" on guitar

- **Used Chords:** D, G, A7, A

Playing style:
- This song has a typical country ballad sound, with a strong and sincere pace.
Strumming should be delicate and consistent, highlighting the song's themes
of loss and determination.

Introduction:
- Begin with A7 and progress to D. To set the mood, use a simple strumming
rhythm of Down, Down-Up. Ensure a smooth transition between A7 and D
to establish a strong foundation for the song.

Verse 1:
- Begin with a D chord. Use a down-up strumming pattern, emphasizing
the bottom note (4th string) on each down stroke.
- Transition to G, then return to D. The G chord creates a sensation of
movement, so keep the strumming flowing smoothly.
- The A chord creates a little change before returning to D.
Ensure smooth transitions, especially from A to A7.

- The chorus starts with D and progresses to A7. Concentrate on the lyrics
to direct the emotion of the strumming. Maintain a consistent pattern to
convey the steadiness of the lyrics.
- When singing "I'll sail my ship alone," match your strumming to the lyrics'
conviction. Smoothly transition from A7 to D, with emphasis on rhythm
on the down strum.

The interlude uses a chord progression of D, A7, A, then back to D. 
Maintain the established rhythm from the verse and chorus during this
brief musical interlude.

Verse 2 and 3 feature the same chord progression as Verse 1.
Maintain a consistent strumming pattern, ensuring smooth transitions
and constant rhythm. To increase the tension of the chorus, gradually
build up the final lines of each verse.

The last chorus and outro conclude with a forceful down stroke on
the D chord. 
Allow the final chord to ring out, giving the song a satisfying conclusion.

Common Mistake:
- Failure to maintain a consistent rhythm. Keep your strumming hand
continuous throughout the song. Another issue could be the unclear
transitions between A7 and D. To achieve a smooth and natural transition,
gradually implement these adjustments.

Song facts:
- The song "I'll Sail My Ship Alone" was penned by Moon Mullican
and popularized by Hank Williams. 
- The song's lyrics explore heartbreak and moving on,
using the metaphor of sailing a ship alone to represent the journey
of life after a breakup. Hank Williams, recognized for his emotional
depth and storytelling, added a heartbreaking touch to this classic
song, connecting with audiences who have suffered loss and
the need for perseverance.