[Intro]
F C G Am
F C G
[Verse 1]
F C
they moved me to the city
G Am
where all the girls are pretty
F C G
but they don't have that tusla touch I need
F C
so I go downtown tonight
G Am
and i see those city lights
F C G
they illuminate the north too bright for me
F C
see cause way up in the northland
G Am
no one lends a helping hand
F C G
and they don't understand the way i was raised
[Chorus]
Am G C
so i'm sending all the love i have in me
Am G C
to the place that raised me up to be
Am G C F
lover, fighter, a brother and a friend
Am G C
lay me down in tulsa in the end
Am G C
i said lay me down in tulsa in the end
[break]
F C G Am
F C G
[Verse 2]
F C
we were just 16
G Am
at the kane's stumbling
F C G
we fell in love to all the songs they played
F C
and we'd go outside
G Am
cigarettes to pass the time
F C G
watching all the sweet days slip away
F C
and we were at the center
G Am
of our universe it seems
F C G
and looking back it's all just a day dream
[Chorus]
Am G C
so i'm sending all the love i have in me
Am G C
to the place that raised me up to be
Am G C F
lover, fighter, a brother and a friend
Am G C
lay me down in tulsa in the end
Am G C
i said lay me down in tulsa in the end
[Bridge]
Am
lay me down
G
and lay me down
C F
lay me down in tulsa
Am
lay me down
G
lay me down
C F
lay me down in tulsa
[Chorus]
Am G C
so i'm sending all the love i have in me
Am G C
to the place that raised me up to be
Am G C F
lover, fighter, a brother and a friend
Am G C
lay me down in tulsa in the end
How to play "In The End" by Bryan Zach on guitar.
"In The End" is a song that evokes a sense of nostalgia and a longing
for home, beautifully conveyed through Bryan Zach's emotive lyrics and
a captivating chord progression. This song is an ode to the places
that shape us, making it a deeply resonant piece for both the guitarist
and listeners alike.
Capo: No capo needed.
Chords Used:
F, C, G, Am
Intro & Verse Progression:
The song opens with an engaging intro that seamlessly transitions into
the verses, utilizing a progression of F, C, G, Am for the first part,
and F, C, G for the second part, setting the stage for a reflective
narrative.
F C G Am
F C G
This sequence provides a melodic foundation that complements the
song's introspective lyrics, inviting listeners into a journey back to
the roots and the warmth of familiar places.
Chorus Progression:
The chorus adds depth to the song's emotional landscape, maintaining
the chord progression but with a shift in narrative focus to
emphasize the deep connection to one's origins and the enduring impact
of upbringing.
Am G C
Am G C
Am G C F
Am G C
Bridge:
The bridge offers a moment of poignancy, with a slightly varied chord
progression that underscores the song's core message of returning to
one's roots and the comfort found in the memories of home.
Am
G
C F
Am
G
C F
Lyrics and Chords Alignment:
Aligning the chords with the lyrics is essential for capturing the
song's narrative flow and emotional depth. For example, in the first
verse:
F C
they moved me to the city
G Am
where all the girls are pretty
Rhythm:
The rhythm should be played in a manner that mirrors the song's
sentimental tone. A gentle, flowing strumming pattern that allows the
story to unfold naturally is ideal for conveying the song's themes of
nostalgia, love, and longing.
Lyrics Meaning:
"In The End" is a contemplation on the meaning of home and the
unbreakable ties to the places and experiences that define us. Through
its lyrics, the song captures the bittersweetness of growth and
change, the beauty of remembering where one comes from, and the
universal desire to find peace and closure in the familiarity of home.
It's a tribute to the enduring power of love, friendship, and the
foundational role of our origins in shaping who we are.
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