[Intro]
G
[Verse 1]
G
Plucked strings on porches, a poor boys' choir
C G
My bloods at a boil and there ain't no fire
G
I just love the way the light beams in
C G
But I got bad news, I'm fearing Friday again
[Verse 2]
G
Choking on some bourbon when you roll up
C G
Said, "Boy, you gotta face it. You just ain't that tough."
G
There's a house hopping on the edge of town
C G
I'm revved up, thirsty, and ready to drown
[Chorus]
Em G C G
I got a fear dear that it's gonna end
Em G C G
Won't you get angry at me say you love me again
Em G C G
I got a fear dear that it's a Friday spark
Em G C G
You only love me like you mean it when it's after dark
[Break]
Em G C G
Em G C G
[Verse 3]
G
We can hide out tonight out when the trees get clear
C G
Pleasing whys, a man's worse fear
G
There's a named saved on your heart's greatest stone
C G
Saturday's coming, a fear I'm waking alone
[Chorus]
Em G C G
I got a fear dear that it's gonna end
Em G C G
Won't you get angry at me say you love me again
Em G C G
I got a fear dear that it's a Friday spark
Em G C G
You only love me like you mean it when it's after dark
[Break]
Em G C G
Em G C G
[Chorus]
Em G C G
I got a fear dear that it's gonna end
Em G C G
Won't you get angry at me say you love me again
Em G C G
I got a fear dear that it's a Friday spark
Em G C G
You only love me like you mean it when it's after dark
Intro and Verses:
The song kicks off with a G chord, setting a reflective tone that carries through
the verses. The verses alternate between G and C, a progression that
underscores the narrative's tension and the internal dialogue expressed in the lyrics.
G Major: Place your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string, your index
finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of
the high E string for the G chord.
Transitioning to the C chord offers a narrative and musical shift, highlighting
moments of revelation and introspection.
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 for the C chord.
Chorus:
The chorus introduces Em, adding depth and a sense of urgency to
the song's emotional appeal. This section captures the heart
of the song—fear of endings and longing for reassurance.
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 the Em chord.
Guitar Lesson Summary:
- Begin with getting comfortable with the chord shapes, especially
transitioning smoothly between G, C, and Em. These transitions are
key to maintaining the song's reflective and emotive tone.
- Consider the strumming pattern that matches the song's mood—
perhaps a steady rhythm with a mix of down and upstrokes to allow
the chords to resonate and emphasize the lyrical content.
- Pay close attention to the dynamics, especially in the chorus where
the emotional intensity is heightened. Playing with more force or emphasis
here can convey the song's deeper emotional themes.
- Use the breaks (Em G C G) to offer a moment of reflection, a musical
pause that underscores the themes of the song and prepares the listener
for the next verse or chorus.
- Emphasize the emotional narrative through your playing; let the guitar
work complement the storytelling, conveying the nuances of fear, longing,
and the complexities of human connection.
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