[Chorus]
D G D
My heart yearns for mom-and-pops
A
One-stops and unlocked doors
Bm A G D
Brimstone Baptist and sawdust floors
Em A
They both have a hell of a choir
Bm A G D
Yeah, no damn wonder we love the country under
Em A D
That big burning ball of fire
[Verse 1]
G D
Somewhere in the world
A D
There's boys and there's girls standing around a fire
G D
Sipping shine from a jar
A Bm
Someone on guitar singing some "Ring of Fire"
A G D
And a Friday night quarterback got his arm
Em A D
Cocked back and ready to fire
[Chorus]
D G D
My heart yearns for mom-and-pops
A
One-stops and unlocked doors
Bm A G D
Brimstone Baptist and sawdust floors
Em A
They both have a hell of a choir
Bm A G D
Yeah, no damn wonder we love the country under
Em A D
That big burning ball of fire
[Verse 2]
D
Fire
G D
There's a kid in a stand
D
With a shake in his hands
A Bm
Putting that Browning on fire
A G D
And teenagers sneaking out, making out
Em A D
Knowing they're playing with fire
[Chorus]
D G D
My heart yearns for mom-and-pops
A
One-stops and unlocked doors
Bm A G D
Brimstone Baptist and sawdust floors
Em A
They both have a hell of a choir
Bm A G D
Yeah, no damn wonder we love the country under
Em A D
That big burning ball of fire
[Bridge]
D G D
Fire, fire
A
Big burning ball of fire
Bm A G D
Yeah, fire, fire
Em A D
That big burning ball of fire
[Chorus]
D G D
My heart yearns for mom-and-pops
A
One-stops and unlocked doors
Bm A G D
A swing built for two, some old boots on the porch
Em A
And a mockingbird up on a wire
Bm A G D
Yeah, no damn wonder we love the country under
Em A D
That big burning ball of fire
[Outro]
Bm A
Yeah, thank you, Lord Jesus
G D Em A
For all of us being here under that ball of fire
How to play "Fire" by Chris Young on guitar provides an insight into the blend of
traditional and modern country music elements through its chord progressions and
lyrics that paint vivid imagery. This song uses the chords D, G, A, Bm, and Em to
create a musical narrative that celebrates the simplicity and beauty of country
life, as well as the literal and metaphorical idea of fire in various contexts.
Starting with the Chorus, the song sets a reflective and appreciative tone:
My heart yearns for mom-and-pops D G D
One-stops and unlocked doors A
This progression, from D to G, then back to D, and moving to A, underscores the
nostalgia and yearning for simpler times and places that form the song's emotional
core.
In the Verses, the narrative expands to include scenes and stories that further
illustrate the theme:
Somewhere in the world G D
There's boys and there's girls standing around a fire A D
The switch between G, D, and A chords supports the imagery of communal gatherings
and shared experiences, anchored by the central motif of fire.
The song's structure allows for a dynamic expression of its themes, with the Chorus
reiterating the longing for connection and authenticity in a fast-moving world:
Brimstone Baptist and sawdust floors Bm A G D
They both have a hell of a choir Em A
Here, the movement through Bm, A, G, to D, and then Em to A, brings depth to the
song, reflecting on spiritual and earthly gatherings that bring people together.
The Bridge simplifies the arrangement to focus on the word "Fire," repeating the
title and the song's key motif, emphasizing the enduring and omnipresent symbol of
fire:
Fire, fire D G D
Big burning ball of fire A
This part of the song, with its repetitive emphasis on "Fire," serves to underscore
the song's thematic focus and the profound connection to the elements and to life's
simple pleasures.
Playing "Fire" effectively on the guitar involves capturing the warmth and
resonance of the chords, allowing each strum to contribute to the song's narrative
and emotional landscape. The chord progressions are not just accompaniment but a
vital part of telling the story, conveying feelings of warmth, community, and the
bittersweet nature of memory.
Focus on the rhythm and the flow of the chords, letting the guitar part mirror the
lyrical themes of warmth, nostalgia, and the fiery spirit of country life. This
song is an invitation to explore the richness of country music through guitar
playing, embracing both its roots and its capacity to tell stories that resonate
across time and place.
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