Screen Door chords - Bryan Zach ♬ How to Play

Screen Door chords

F C G F C G
 
    C                    F                  C
I need the heat of the sun in my mind I’m young
                   G                            F
Sitting on the porch swing singing songs to you
                                                C
We’re back down south you say boy watch your mouth
           G                       F
As it slips out a curse word or two
                                C
That old smack on a wooden frame
                  G                    F
Cicadas on the wind and a sudden rain
                            C
What I’d give for another day
               G             C
With you just a screen door away
 
F Am G F Am G
 
F                                       C
  And I can smell what’s cooking in side
                      G              F
You’re humming the chorus of some hymnal

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                     C
Heavens not far behind
            G                         F
Creaking hinges to a house so packed full
                                      C
There’s moments in the windows and walls
            G               F
There’s no telling what I’d say
                         C          G                   F
Oh If you were just a phone call or a screen door away
 
(Bouncy guitar solo)
 
C Em F C Em F
 
Am                         C                 G
   I need the heat of the sun I’ve grown so numb
               F
Not having anyone to sing to
                  Am                          G
All the doors around are ninety feet off the ground
               F               F
And not one of them are see through
                                              C
We’re back down south you say boy watch your mouth
       G                           F
As it slips out a curse word or two
 
That old smack on a wooden frame
                  G                  F
Cicadas on the wind and a sudden rain
                           C
What I’d give for another day
               G             C
With you just a screen door away
 
F Am G F Am G
 
F                                      C
  And I can smell what’s cooking in side
                      G             F
You’re humming the chorus of some hymnal
                   C
Heavens not far behind
              G                          F
Creaking hinges to a house so packed full
                                    C
There’s moments in the windows and walls
            G               F
There’s no telling what I’d say
                            C        G                   F
Oh If you were just a phone call or a screen door away
 
(Bouncy guitar solo)
 
C Em F C Em F
 
Am                          C               G
   I need the heat of the sun I’ve grown so numb
           F                 F
Not having anyone to sing to
                  Am                          G
All the doors around are ninety feet off the ground
                  F            F
And not one of them are see through



How to play "Screen Door" by Bryan Zach on guitar.

This song captures a nostalgic and reflective essence, employing a 
classic chord progression that's accessible to guitarists of all levels. 
Let's dissect the chord progression, structure, and techniques to master 
this heartfelt tune.

Chord Shapes:
Prepare by familiarizing yourself with the chords F, C, G, Am, and Em. 
These chords form the foundation of the song, with transitions that 
highlight its lyrical themes.

Intro and Verse Chord Progression:
The song opens and moves through verses with a comforting progression 
that sets the reflective mood:
F C G
Repeatedly, establishing a soothing backdrop for the vocals.

Verse Progression:
The verses start with C, moving through F and G, painting vivid pictures 
with words against a melodic background:
C                    F                  C
"I need the heat of the sun in my mind I’m young"
                   G                            F
"Sitting on the porch swing singing songs to you"

Chorus Progression:
The chorus brings in Am into the mix, providing a deeper emotional 
resonance as the song reflects on longing and memories:
F Am G F Am G
"Oh If you were just a phone call or a screen door away"

Bouncy Guitar Solo:
The song features a "bouncy guitar solo" section with a progression 
of C Em F, offering a moment of musical reflection that mirrors the 
song's themes:
C Em F C Em F

Strumming Pattern:
A rhythmic strumming pattern that matches the song’s introspective and 
nostalgic tone is essential. A pattern of down-down-up-up-down-up can 
be employed throughout, allowing for variations in dynamics to suit 
the emotional peaks and valleys of the song.

Song Structure:
Understanding the song’s structure—intro, verses, chorus, and guitar 
solo—will help you navigate through the emotional narrative it unfolds. 
The repeating chord progressions support the storytelling, making it 
easier to connect with the song's themes.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Screen Door" is a poignant reflection on the past, capturing the 
essence of memories that are just out of reach, symbolized by the 
metaphor of a screen door. It speaks to the longing for simpler times 
and the warmth of connections that feel both close and yet far away. 
The lyrics evoke imagery of southern life, the warmth of the sun, and 
familial bonds, juxtaposed with a sense of isolation and longing for 
reconnection. This song beautifully conveys the bittersweet nature of 
nostalgia, the yearning for the comfort of home and loved ones, and 
the universal desire to bridge the distance that life sometimes creates.