Revival chords - Bryan Zach

How to Play "Revival" Guitar chords

[Verse 1]
Em     G          C       G
Gather round this table, boys
Em         G           C       G
Bring your shame, I'll lose my voice
Em               G              C         G
Screaming at the gods 'bout the bad we've done
      Em        G             C            G
Merle said Mama tried but the prison still won
 
Em         G            C       G
Your transgressions are mine as well
      Em          G             C        G
Anger grows in my bones if you could not tell
    Em        G          C     G
But I'll find comfort in company
Em      G           C        G
Lord forgive us, my boys and me
 
[Chorus]
                Em  G       C      G
We're having an all night revival
Em                         G                 C      G
Someone call the women and someone steal the bible
        Em      G     C      G

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For the sake of my survival
Em              G                      C              G
Baptize me in a bottle of Beam and put Johnny on the vinyl
 
[Interlude]
Em G C G x2
 
[Verse 2]
          Em        G             C        G
Well, the devil can scrap but the lord has won
         Em       G         C      G
And I'll talk to him on the rising sun
  Em    G        C        G
His son rose and mine did too
      Em      G               C           G
I was coming down but now I'm talking to you
 
[Chorus]
                Em  G       C      G
We're having an all night revival
Em                         G                 C      G
Someone call the women and someone steal the bible
        Em      G     C      G
For the sake of my survival
Em              G                      C              G
Baptize me in a bottle of Beam and put Johnny on the vinyl
 
[Interlude]
Em G C G x2
 
[Chorus] (single strums)
                Em  G       C      G
We're having an all night revival
Em                         G                 C      G
Someone call the women and someone steal the bible
        Em      G     C      G
For the sake of my survival
Em              G                      C              G
Baptize me in a bottle of Beam and put Johnny on the vinyl
 
[Interlude]
Em G C G x2
 
[Verse 3]
Em     G          C       G
Gather round this table, boys
Em         G           C       G
Bring your shame, I'll lose my voice
Em               G              C         G
Screaming at the gods 'bout the bad we've done
      Em        G             C            G
Merle said Mama tried but the prison still won



How to play "Revival" by Bryan Zach on guitar.

This song is anchored in the Em, G, C, G chord progression, which gives 
it a driving, rhythmic feel that's perfect for both beginners and 
intermediate players. Let's break down the structure and technique to 
make learning this song easier.

Chord Shapes:
First, ensure you're comfortable with the chord shapes for Em, G, C, and G. 
Practice transitioning between these chords smoothly, as the song relies on 
a constant flow throughout.

Verse Chord Progression:
The verses use a consistent pattern that you'll want to master. The rhythm 
is straightforward but focus on keeping a steady pace:
Em     G          C       G
"Gather round this table, boys"
Em         G           C       G
"Bring your shame, I'll lose my voice"

Chorus Chord Progression:
The chorus lifts the energy of the song, so you might want to strum a bit 
harder here for emphasis. The chord progression remains the same, but pay 
attention to the dynamics of your strumming:
Em  G       C      G
"We're having an all night revival"

Interlude:
The interlude follows the same chord progression, allowing for a break in 
the lyrics. This is a good point to focus on your strumming pattern and 
ensure it's consistent:
Em G C G x2

Technique and Strumming:
For "Revival," a mix of down and up strums can create the right feel. Try 
a down-down-up-up-down pattern for each set of chords, adjusting as you 
feel necessary to match the song's energy.

Song Structure:
The song structure is straightforward, cycling through Verse, Chorus, and 
Interlude. Understanding this structure will help you navigate the song 
more easily.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Revival" paints a vivid picture of seeking redemption and camaraderie 
amongst friends through the metaphor of a night spent in revelry and 
reflection. The repeated calls for an "all night revival" and the baptism 
"in a bottle of Beam" symbolize a desire for forgiveness and a fresh start, 
mirroring the themes of redemption found in religious revival meetings. The 
song cleverly intertwines themes of sin, salvation, and brotherhood, 
suggesting that healing and redemption can come from shared experiences and 
understanding, even in unconventional settings.