Darling chords - Bryan Zach ♬ How to Play

Darling chords

[Verse 1]
G
Won’t you hold me through the shakes darlin’?
C                        G
It’s fine if you cut and run
         Em                  C
At first light of a cresting sun
              G
Right now I’m feenin'
G
If you’re still in town
        C                G
When my better days roll around
      Em                   C                     G
We’ll heat this ground and dance like two hearts bleedin’
G                            C               G
This city is so loud and the hotel kicked me out
       Em                 C                G
Do you think she is still proud of lookin’ down
G                                C              G
The world got so confusin’ I’m a tool for cheap amusement
     Em               C                 G
They all hate me from here to Tennessee
 
[Chorus]

    hide ad ⨯
    

        

    



                    C                     G
Hold me through the shakes, although it’s more than I can take
      Em                  C/G              G
There ain’t no choice for damaged boys like me
                    C                    G
Hold me through the shakes, although its more than you can take
    Em                   D           G
And when you wake you’ll still be my darling
N.C.
When you wake you’ll still be my darling
 
[Verse 2]
       G
Let me have my bloody knuckles
       C               G
All my nights and dark cold trouble
           Em                   C                  G
When I was through I was hopin’ you might wait for me
     G
They made me out to be
          C       G
Something I don’t understand
    Em          C                G
How I am just a man, my darling
G
Now I’m lost in Denver
       C                 G
With a postcard I could send ya
     Em             C              G
But I don’t know of any good it’d do
G
Photograph the lights
            C                 G
‘Cause they remind me of your eyes
    Em                   C             G
And pray for you until I untangle this blue
 
[Chorus]
                    C                     G
Hold me through the shakes, although it’s more than I can take
      Em                  C/G              G
There ain’t no choice for damaged boys like me
                    C                    G
Hold me through the shakes, although its more than you can take
    Em                   D           G
And when you wake you’ll still be my darling
Em            D             G
When you wake I’m yours to take darling
 
[Chorus]
                    C                     G
Hold me through the shakes, although it’s more than I can take
      Em                  C/G              G
There ain’t no choice for damaged boys like me
                    C                    G
Hold me through the shakes, although its more than you can take
    Em                   D           G
And when you wake you’ll still be my darling
    Em                   D           G
And when you wake you’ll still be my darling
 
[Chorus]
                    C                     G
Hold me through the shakes, although it’s more than I can take
      Em                  C/G              G
There ain’t no choice for damaged boys like me
                    C                    G
Hold me through the shakes, although its more than you can take
    Em                   D           G
And when you wake you’ll still be my darling
    Em                   D           G
And when you wake you’ll still be my darling




Verse Chord Progression:

The verses oscillate primarily between G, C, and Em, setting a reflective
and somewhat introspective tone. This progression underpins the song’s
narrative, detailing personal struggles and the yearning for support.

G Major: Middle finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string, index finger on
the 2nd fret of the A string, and ring finger on the 3rd fret of the high E string.
C Major: Index finger on the 1st fret of the B string, middle finger on the 2nd
fret of the D string, and ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string.
Em (E Minor): Place your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the A string and
your ring finger on the 2nd fret of the D string.
For a variation in texture, the song uses C/G in the chorus, where you play
a standard C chord but also include the G note (3rd fret of the low E string)
with your pinky or ring finger to add depth.
Chorus Chord Progression:

The chorus introduces D Major, creating a lift that contrasts with the verses'
contemplative mood. This shift underscores the song’s emotional core 
the plea for closeness and understanding despite challenges.

D Major: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, your ring
finger on the 3rd fret of the B string, and your middle finger on the 2nd
fret of the high E string.

Guitar Lesson Summary:
- Start by mastering the chord shapes and practice transitioning smoothly
between them. The transition from Em to C/G in the chorus, for example, adds
a subtle but impactful change in sound that emphasizes the lyrical content.
- Pay attention to the rhythm and strumming pattern. A gentle, flowing strum
that reflects the song's emotional depth works well. You might opt for a pattern
that emphasizes the downbeat, adding gravity to the song’s narrative.
- Emphasize the dynamic changes between the verses and chorus. The verses
can be played with a softer touch, while the chorus can be more pronounced,
reflecting the plea for support and connection.
- The lyrics are central to conveying the song’s message; consider how the chord
changes support and enhance the storytelling. Let the chords resonate during
key lyrical moments to allow the message to sink in.
Practice the C/G chord if it's new to you. This slight variation adds richness to
the song and highlights the emotional appeal of the chorus.