[Intro]
Em * G
G ** Em
[Verse 1]
Em D/F# G
It'll be fine by dusk light I'm telling you baby
G D/F# Em
These things eat at your bones and drive your young mind crazy
Em D/F# G
But when you place your head between my collar and jaw
G D/F# Em
I don't know much but there's no weight at all
[Verse 2]
Em D/F# G
And I'm damned if I do and I'm damned if I don't
G D/F# Em
'Cause if I say I miss you I know that you won't
Em D/F# G
But I miss you in the mornings when I see the sun
G D/F# Em
Something in the orange tells me we're not done
[Chorus]
Cadd9 G
To you I'm just a man, to me you're all I am
D Em
Where the hell am I 'supposed to go?
Cadd9
I poisoned myself again
G D Em
Something in the orange tells me you're never coming home
Cadd9 G
If you leave today I'll just stare at the way
D Em
The orange touches all things around
Cadd9 G
The grass trees and dew, how I just hate you
D Em
Please turn those headlights around
[Break]
Cadd9 G D Em x2
[Verse 3]
Em D/F# G
I need to hear you say you've been waitin' all night
G D/F# Em
There's orange dancing in your eyes from bulb light
Em D/F# G
Your voice only trembles when you try to speak
G D/F# Em
Take me back to us dancing, this wood used to creak
[Chorus]
Cadd9 G
To you I'm just a man, to me you're all I am
D Em
Where the hell am I 'supposed to go?
Cadd9
I poisoned myself again
G D Em
Something in the orange tells me you're never coming home
Cadd9 G
If you leave today I'll just stare at the way
D Em
The orange touches all things around
Cadd9 G
The grass trees and dew, how I just hate you
D Em
Please turn those headlights around
[Break]
Cadd9 G D Em
[Chorus]
Cadd9 G
To you I'm just a man, to me you're all I am
D Em
Where the hell am I 'supposed to go?
Cadd9
I poisoned myself again
G D Em
Something in the orange tells me you're never coming home
Cadd9 G
If you leave today I'll just stare at the way
D Em
The orange touches all things around
Cadd9 G
The grass trees and dew, how I just hate you
D Em
Please turn those headlights around
D Em
Please turn those headlights around
How to play "Something In The Orange" by Bryan Zach on the guitar involves
delving into the song's evocative storytelling, marked by its introspective lyrics
and a melancholic yet beautiful chord progression. This song captures
the essence of longing, reflection, and the subtle interplay of light and emotions.
Let's break down the song's structure and how to convey its emotive
depth through your guitar playing.
Intro and Verse Chord Progression:
The song starts with an intriguing intro that uses Em and G, setting a reflective
mood right away. The verses follow a progression of Em, D/F#, and G, creating
a gentle yet poignant backdrop for the lyrics that speak of love, loss, and the
haunting presence of memories. The transition between these chords should be
smooth and reflective, allowing the narrative to unfold with emotional clarity.
Chorus Dynamics:
The chorus introduces a broader chord progression with Cadd9, G, D, and Em,
adding a layer of complexity and intensity to the song's theme. This section serves
as an emotional release, highlighting the chorus's revelatory and introspective nature.
The shift in chord progression here should be played with more emphasis, underscoring
the song's thematic exploration of longing and the transformative power of memories.
Break Sections:
The break sections follow the chord progression of the chorus (Cadd9, G, D, Em)
and offer a moment of musical reflection, allowing the listener to absorb the song's
emotional and thematic depth. These sections are an opportunity to explore the
narrative space between the lyrics, providing a bridge between the song's reflective
verses and its poignant chorus.
Playing Techniques and Tips:
- Strumming Pattern: Opt for a strumming pattern that complements the song's emotive tone.
A combination of downstrokes for emphasis and upstrokes for a lighter touch can effectively
convey the song's narrative and emotional shifts.
- Dynamics: Pay attention to the song's dynamic shifts, especially when transitioning from
the reflective verses to the powerful chorus. Use these changes to highlight the narrative
development and emotional crescendos within the song.
- Emotional Delivery: The essence of "Something In The Orange" lies in its emotional
delivery. Allow the chords to resonate, reflecting the nuances of the song's exploration
of memories, longing, and the elusive search for closure.
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