[Intro]
C D Em C D Em C D Em C D
[Verse]
C D Em
First, you meet out at a whiskey bar
C D Em
Then you're makin' out in the back of a car
C D Em
Then you meet her friends and her family
C D C
And your heart is beatin' faster than the speed of sound
D Em
As you're on one knee one day
C D Em
Sayin' three words you thought you'd never say
C D EM
You know in that moment that you're all in
C D
That's how you fall in
[Chorus]
C G
But how do you fall out?
D Em
How do you tell your heart, "Don't break"?
C G
How do you not care
D Em
Whenever someone says her name?
C G
How do you rewind back to the good times
D Em
Act like she didn't mean so much?
C G
I know how to fall in
D
But how do you fall out
C D Em C D
Fall out of love?
[Verse]
C D Em
First, you see her out with somebody new
C D Em
And it messes with your head 'cause it isn't you
C D Em
End up at a bar with all your friends
C
But you feel alone
D
And you're wonderin'
[Chorus]
C G
How do you fall out?
D Em
How do you tell your heart, "Don't break"?
C G
How do you not care
D Em
Whenever someone says her name?
C G
How do you rewind back to the good times
D Em
Act like she didn't mean so much?
C G
I know how to fall in
D
But how do you fall out
C D Em C
Fall out of looo-ove?
D Em C D Em C D
Fall out of love?
[Break]
Am
I don't wanna move on faster
C D
I just wish that I could ask her
[Chorus]
C G
How do you fall out?
D Em
How do you tell your heart, "Don't break"?
C G
How do you not care
D Em
Whenever someone says her name?
C G
How do you rewind back to the good times
D Em
Act like she didn't mean so much?
C G
I know how to fall in
D
But how do you fall out
[Outro]
C D Em C D Em
Fall out of love?
How to play "Fall Out" by Chris Young on guitar showcases a journey through the
complex emotions of falling in and out of love, encapsulated in a mix of chords
that paint a vivid narrative. This song utilizes the chords C, D, Em, G, and Am,
crafting a soundscape that mirrors the rollercoaster of a relationship.
The Intro sets an emotional tone with a pattern that reflects anticipation:
C D Em C D Em C D Em C D
This progression introduces the song with a sense of buildup and expectation,
preparing the listener for the story about to unfold.
Moving into the Verses, the chords follow a narrative of a blossoming relationship,
capturing moments of intimacy and significant milestones:
First, you meet out at a whiskey bar C D Em
Then you're makin' out in the back of a car C D Em
Then you meet her friends and her family C D Em
Here, the progression from C to D and then to Em underscores the escalation of the
relationship, from casual meetings to profound connections.
The Chorus delves into the heartache of falling out of love, asking rhetorical
questions that express confusion and longing:
But how do you fall out? C G
How do you tell your heart, "Don't break"? D Em
The shift to the G chord adds a layer of depth and complexity to the emotional
landscape, emphasizing the song's central theme of heartbreak.
The song's structure, alternating between the narrative of falling in love and
the struggle to move on, creates a dynamic contrast through its chord
progressions. This not only enhances the storytelling but also provides a
musical representation of the conflicting emotions involved.
In the Break, the inclusion of the Am chord introduces a moment of introspection,
highlighting the longing to understand how to navigate the aftermath of a
relationship:
I don't wanna move on faster Am
I just wish that I could ask her C D
To effectively convey the song's emotional weight, focus on the transitions
between chords and the dynamic expression. Pay attention to how each chord
change supports the lyrical content, allowing you to embody the narrative
through your playing.
Remember, playing "Fall Out" isn't just about the chords; it's about capturing the
essence of the emotional journey within the music. This song offers a poignant
guitar lesson on expressing vulnerability and resilience through melody and
harmony, inviting listeners into a shared experience of love and loss.
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