[Intro]
| Bm7 G | D | 2x
[Verse 1]
Bm7 G D
I love the fact that you bought me flowers
Bm7 G D
But I hate that they'll be dead in a week
Bm7 G D
And I love that we can just talk for hours
Bm7 G D
But there must be something wrong with me
[Pre-Chorus]
Bm7 G
'Cause I keep thinking
D
I don't deserve it
Bm7 G
And it makes me nervous
D
When it's this perfect
[Chorus]
Bm7 G D A
We got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
You're keeping me up all night long
Bm7 G D A
We got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
I know I'm already too far gone
Bm7 G D A
'Cause I don't wanna slow it down or give it up
Bm7 G D
Yeah I've never been more afraid of love
Bm7 G D A
'Cause we got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
I'd hate to see a good thing going wrong
[Verse 2]
Bm7
Blame it on my exes
G D
Blame it on the past
Bm7 G D
Blame it on every other time I thought it would last
Bm7 G
Maybe I'm just pessimistic
D
Maybe this time it's different
Bm7 G D
Maybe it was always you that I was missing
[Chorus]
Bm7 G D A
Yeah we got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
You're keeping me up all night long
Bm7 G D A
We got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
I know I'm already too far gone
Bm7 G D A
'Cause I don't wanna slow it down or give it up
Bm7 G D
Yeah I've never been more afraid of love
Bm7 G D A
'Cause we got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
I'd hate to see a good thing going wrong
[Solo]
| Bm7 G | D A | Bm7 G | D |
[Bridge]
Bm7 G D
I love the fact that you bought me flowers
Bm7 G D
But I hate that they'll be dead in a week
D
'Cause all I can think is
[Chorus]
Bm7 G D A
We got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
You're keeping me up all night long
Bm7 G D A
We got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
I know I'm already too far gone
Bm7 G D A
'Cause I don't wanna slow it down or give it up
Bm7 G D
Yeah I've never been more afraid of love
Bm7 G D A
'Cause we got a good thing going on
Bm7 G D
I'd hate to see a good thing going wrong
[Outro]
Bm7 G D
Good thing going on
Bm7 G D
Good thing going wrong
How to play "Good Thing Going" on guitar
[Intro and Verse Chord Progression]
- Start the song with an intro progression of Bm7, G, D, repeated twice.
This progression sets a reflective yet upbeat tone, establishing the
mood for the verses.
- Continue using these chords throughout the verses, maintaining a smooth
strumming pattern to keep the flow while narrating the story of love
mixed with apprehension.
[Chorus Dynamics]
- The chorus introduces an A chord along with Bm7, G, and D. Increase your
strumming intensity slightly to underline the emotional declaration of
the lyrics, emphasizing the joy and fear intertwined in the narrative.
- This part of the song should resonate with a strong emotional impact,
reflecting the significance of acknowledging a good relationship while
fearing its potential end.
[Pre-Chorus]
- The pre-chorus uses the same chords but with a slightly altered rhythm
or emphasis to build tension leading into the chorus. This helps to
transition smoothly into the chorus and heightens the anticipation.
[Solo Section]
- During the guitar solo, stick to the chord progression used in the chorus:
Bm7, G, D, A. This is a great opportunity to add expressive melodic fills
or lead guitar lines over the rhythm.
- Keep the rhythm steady and supportive, allowing any lead guitar work to stand out.
[Bridge]
- The bridge returns to the reflective tone with the chords Bm7, G, and D,
echoing the verse's sentiment. Use a softer strumming pattern here to
highlight the reflective quality of the lyrics, focusing on the love and
inherent fear of loss.
[Outro]
- For the outro, continue with the strong dynamic strumming used in the
chorus, repeating the phrase "Good thing going on, good thing going wrong"
to leave a lasting impression of the song’s emotional theme.
- Allow the final chords to resonate, providing closure to the song’s
theme of a relationship cherished yet feared.
Common mistakes:
- Not adjusting the strumming dynamics between the verse, chorus, and bridge.
Ensure each section has its unique feel to support the storytelling effectively.
- Overlooking the emotional impact of the chord changes, especially the addition
of A in the chorus. Practice these transitions to ensure they enhance the song’s
emotional narrative.
Song Facts and Artist Bio:
"Good Thing Going" by Ashley Cooke is a song that captures the complexities of
enjoying a relationship's present moments while fearing its instability.
The song combines catchy melodies with thoughtful lyrics, characteristic of
Cooke’s musical style that often addresses themes of love, doubt, and emotional
vulnerability. Ashley Cooke's music connects with listeners through its relatable
stories and expressive delivery.
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