[Intro]
F Am G C
[Verse 1]
F
Please don’t move from where you are,
Am
'cause I’m looking up and seeing stars,
G
hoping that you’re somewhere doing the same,
C
remember that night when we gave 'em our names,
F
and this nostalgia of mine gets worse at night,
Am
it hurts so bad because they shine so bright,
G
they remind me of that hot night in June,
C
when you snuck me away to your bedroom
[Chorus]
F
And there we sat, with Fleetwood Mac,
Am
giving rhythm to a late night mood,
G C
oh I’m begging you baby, please don’t move.
F
And there we sat, with Fleetwood Mac,
Am
giving rhythm to a late night mood,
G C
oh I’m begging you baby, please don’t move.
[Verse 2]
F
Oh please don’t move from where you are
Am
whatever you do don’t go to far,
G
cause I’ll be back to relive those days when we were young
C
and on fire in our reckless ways,
F
running in the street your hand in my hand,
Am
with our dirty knees in the promise land,
G
cause we just got up from looking at the sky,
C
there’s not a damn star brighter than you and I
[Chorus]
F
And there we were, so damn sure,
Am
with the entire world to prove,
G C
oh I’m begging you baby, please don’t move
F
And there we were, so damn sure,
Am
with the entire world to prove,
G C
oh I’m begging you baby, please don’t move
[Verse 3]
F
Please don’t move from where you are,
Am
cause I’m looking up and seeing stars,
G
hoping that you’re somewhere doing the same,
C
remember that night when we gave 'em our names,
[Chorus]
F
And there we sat, with Fleetwood Mac,
Am
giving rhythm to a late night mood,
G
oh I’m begging you baby,
C N.C.
please don’t move.
How to play "Please Don't Move" on guitar.
Bryan Zach's "Please Don't Move" captivates with its heartfelt lyrics and a melody that's both
engaging and easy for guitar beginners. Here's a detailed breakdown of how to play it.
Chords to master: F, Am, G, C
**Chord Positions:**
F Major: Index finger bars all strings at the 1st fret, middle on the 2nd fret of G, ring on the 3rd
fret of A, pinky on the 3rd fret of D.
Am: Index on 1st fret of B, middle on 2nd fret of D, ring on 2nd fret of G.
G Major: Index on 2nd fret of A, middle on 3rd fret of low E, ring on 3rd fret of high E.
C Major: Index on 1st fret of B, middle on 2nd fret of D, ring on 3rd fret of A.
**Intro and Chorus Strumming:**
The intro sets the emotional tone with a simple strumming pattern that can be used throughout
the song, especially in the chorus. A steady down-down-up-up-down-up pattern aligns well
with the pacing of the chords and the lyrics.
**Verse Strumming Suggestion:**
For verses, you might want to soften your strumming to highlight the storytelling. A more
delicate down-up strumming pattern, focusing on the higher strings, can add a thoughtful
touch.
**Song Structure:**
- The Intro starts with the progression F Am G C, setting the stage for the narrative.
- Each Verse follows the same chord progression. The lyrical delivery should guide your
rhythm, allowing the chords to flow seamlessly with the story.
- The Chorus amplifies the emotional appeal, sticking to the familiar chord progression while
possibly intensifying your strumming pattern to match the plea in the lyrics.
- The song rounds off with a Verse that brings back the thematic elements, both lyrically and
musically.
**Lyrics Meaning:**
"Please Don't Move" evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and longing, capturing moments of
intimate connection that leave a lasting impression. Through its verses and choruses, the song
paints a vivid picture of memories tied to places, moments, and music, emphasizing the
poignancy of shared experiences that are as ephemeral as they are beautiful. The repeated
pleas for stillness, against the backdrop of a moving world, reflect a universal yearning to hold
onto the moments that define us.
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