[Intro]
|F E |C |Am Am7 |F E |
[Verse 1] 0:09
C C/E F E C
Gonna take a one way trip to nowhere
Am7 F E C
Gonna pack my bags, head out to nowhere
Am C/E F E C
Gonna tell my friends I'm goin' back to nowhere, ye-ah yeah
C F E C
Have the time of my life when I get to nowhere, yeah
[Pre-Chorus] 0:30
F E
'Cause anywhere's better than here
C C/E Am F
Wanna disappear, in the atmosphere, for a million years
E C
No discount beers, no alligator tears
Am7 F C C/E
Just the sound of the wind blowing past my ears......ears
F E C /
My ears........ears
[Chorus] 0:49
F Em C
'Cause this is nowhere..ere...ere..
C/E F Em C C/E
Yeah, this is nowhere..ere...ere.. (This is nowhere)
F Em C Am7
This is nowhere..ere...ere.. (This is nowhere)
F Em C
This is nowhere..ere...ere..
[Instrumental] 1:09
C* C* F Em C Am
This is nowhere
F Em C /
Ohh
Fm* Fm* E* E* C
[Verse 2] 1:24
C C/E Am F E C
Gonna tell my baby I'm bound for nowhere
C/E Am F E C
Gonna sell all of my clothes when I get to nowhere
C/E C F E C
Have the time of my life, when I get to nowhere..ere...ere..
Am F E C /
Spend the rest of my days in the middle of nowhere, yeah
[Pre-Chorus] 1:46
F E
'Cause anywhere's better than here
C F
Wanna disappear, in the atmosphere, for a million years
E C
No discount beers, no alligator tears
C C/E F E C /
Just the sound of the wind blowing past my ears...ea...rs
F Am C /
My ears...ears
[Chorus] 2:04
F A C
'Cause this is nowhere..ere...ere..
C F E C
Yeah, this is nowhere..ere...ere.. (This is nowhere)
F A C
This is nowhere..ere...ere.. (This is)
F E C
This is nowhere..ere...ere.. (This is nowhere)
[Bridge] 2:26
F C
And I'm not back, goin' back
F C
I'm gonna waste my life in the sunshine
F C
And I'm not back, goin' back
F C*
I'm gonna waste my life in the sunshine
[Chorus] 2:45
F Asus4 C
'Cause this is nowhere..ere...ere..
F Asus4 C
Yeah, this is nowhere..ere...ere.. (This is)
F Asus4 C
This is nowhere..ere...ere.. (This is)
Esus4 Asus4 C /
Yeah this is nowhere..ere...ere..ere...ere.. (This is nowhere)
[Outro] 3:07
F E C
(This is nowhere)
F Am7 C
(This is nowhere)
F E7 C
(This is nowhere)
F Am7 C
(This is nowhere)
F E7 C
(This is nowhere)
F Am7 C
(This is nowhere)
F E7 C
(This is nowhere)
F Am7 C
(This is nowhere)
How to play "This Is Nowhere" by The Black Keys on guitar.
This song has a soulful blend of chords that creates a mellow yet
distinct vibe, ideal for guitarists looking to explore folk and rock
elements. Let's dive into the chords and structure to help you master
this tune.
The song kicks off with an Intro that sets the mood, using a simple
progression that repeats throughout the song.
[Intro]
|F E |C |Am Am7 |F E |
This intro sequence eases you into the song's vibe, focusing on smooth
transitions between chords.
[Verse 1]
The verse starts at 0:09 and uses a chord progression that paints a
picture of embarking on a journey to nowhere, with a reflective and
somewhat melancholic tone.
C C/E F E C
Gonna take a one way trip to nowhere
Here, the transition from C to C/E adds a nice touch, subtly changing
the bass note while keeping the chord's body intact, creating a sense
of movement.
[Pre-Chorus]
At 0:30, the pre-chorus introduces a slight shift, emphasizing the
desire to escape, reflecting a deeper longing in the lyrics.
F E
'Cause anywhere's better than here
This F to E progression underlines a yearning for change, adding
emotional depth to the performance.
[Chorus]
Starting at 0:49, the chorus amplifies the song's theme, with the
repetitive "This is nowhere" line emphasizing a sense of acceptance
and resolve.
F Em C
'Cause this is nowhere..ere...ere..
The use of Em here adds a darker color to the mix, contrasting with
the brighter C and F chords, highlighting the song's emotional
landscape.
[Bridge]
The bridge at 2:26 brings a change in perspective, suggesting a
reconciliation with the notion of "nowhere" being a state of contentment.
F C
And I'm not back, goin' back
The simple F to C progression here underscores a sense of resolve and
peace.
[Outro]
The outro repeats the theme of finding solace in "nowhere", closing
the song with a reflective tone.
F E C
(This is nowhere)
Throughout the song, focus on the rhythm and the dynamic shifts
between sections to convey the emotional spectrum of the lyrics. The
strumming pattern should be fluid and responsive to the song's mood,
with a mix of downstrokes for emphasis and lighter upstrokes for the
more reflective parts.
Lyrically, "This Is Nowhere" delves into themes of escapism,
reflecting on the idea that sometimes escaping to "nowhere" can be a
source of solace and liberation. The song's repetition of "this is
nowhere" serves as both an acceptance of reality and a rejection of
conventional expectations. It's a contemplation on finding peace in
the undefined and appreciating the journey, even when the destination
remains unknown. The Black Keys encapsulate a universal longing for
meaning and the serenity in embracing life's uncertainties.
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