[Intro]
Em Am D G
Em Am D G
[Verse 1]
Em Am
No peace unless y'all find yonder
D G
Looking up on the Heartline
Em
It sure looks good tonight
Am D
The Southern sky, it dims, calling me back in
G Em
Looks like a friend, I'm just chasing the wind
[Chorus]
Em C G
Blues got me down, I'm dragging on
D Em
My baby's not here with me, might as well be dead and gone
C G
Said he had to leave me, I felt like it rained
D Em
The Heartline's not a hill, I climbed a mountain again
[Interlude]
C G D Em
[Verse 2]
Am
My baby had to leave
D
Now I'm losing sleep
G Em
Wish it was a dream, it's just reality
Am
I'll ride until I die
D
Hills and hollows wide
G Em
Every place I find takes me back to that Heartline
[Chorus]
Em C G
Blues got me down, the spirit in the wind
D Em
Wonder if it's the devil or if it's just my friend
C G
Days go by quickly, nights drive along
D Em
The Heartline's not a hill, but I'm still singing this song
[Guitar Solo]
C G D Em C G D
[Verse 3]
Em Am D
I made up my mind right at closing time
G Em
These memories, they haunt me, so I guess you'll have to die
Am
It's not a sin I raise
D
Him in the grave
G
He's the one who left me
Em
Now he has to pay
[Chorus]
C G
Blues got me down, all the things I've tried
D Em
To keep my thoughts from chasing me into the great divide
C G
The day he had to leave me, I felt like it rained
D Em
The Heartline's not a hill, but he'll be buried there some day
[Outro]
C G D Em C G D Em
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Intro and Verses
Start the song with the intro progression Em, Am, D, G, played twice.
This sets a melancholic tone right from the beginning.
For the verses, you'll continue using these chords, beginning with Em
to Am, then moving to D and G. Each chord corresponds to a part of
the narrative, with the Em and Am chords setting a reflective mood,
and the D to G transition bringing a sense of longing and contemplation.
For example, when you play Em and sing "No peace unless y'all find yonder,"
let the chord's resonance add depth to the lyric's sentiment.
Chorus
The chorus shifts the mood slightly with a progression that starts with Em,
moves to C, then G, and ends on D before looping back to Em. This section
deals with the themes of loss and resilience, reflected in the lyrics and the
chord transitions. Emphasize the emotional weight of the chorus by strumming
more firmly on the C and G chords, symbolizing the intensity of the feelings involved.
Interlude
After the first chorus, there's a brief interlude with the progression C, G, D, Em.
This serves as a momentary pause, allowing the listener to reflect on the story
so far before moving into the second verse.
Guitar Solo
The guitar solo uses the chords C, G, D, Em, C, G, D. This is your opportunity to
express the song's emotional landscape instrumentally. Let the guitar "sing"
the melancholy and hope intertwined in the song's narrative.
Verse 3 and Final Chorus
The third verse and final chorus follow the established pattern but carry a sense
of resolution and acceptance. The lyrics in these sections deepen the narrative,
exploring themes of memories, loss, and moving forward despite pain.
Outro
The outro repeats the progression C, G, D, Em, C, G, D, Em, providing a gentle
closure to the song. Play this part softly, allowing the song to fade out
on a reflective note.
Playing Tips
- Emotion in Strumming: The emotion you put into your strumming can significantly
affect the song's impact. Use softer strums for more introspective parts and stronger,
more dynamic strums for moments of emotional intensity.
- Pace and Rhythm: Keep a steady rhythm that matches the song's laid-back
but poignant feel. Allow the chords to breathe, emphasizing the space between transitions.
- Lyric and Chord Connection: Pay close attention to how the chords underpin
the song's narrative. Your playing should complement the storytelling, enhancing
the listener's emotional experience.
By focusing on these elements, you can convey the rich emotional tapestry of "Heartline Hill," bringing its story to life through your guitar playing.
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