[Intro]
G | D7sus4 | G | D7sus4 |
G | D7sus4 | G | D7sus4 |
[Verse 1]
G D Em7 C
She's impressed by the little things that I do
G D Em7 C
But when I say that I'll stay, she don't think it's true
G D
She doesn't know what she has to offer
Em7 C
Underneath her broken heart armor
G D Em7 C
Still scared to love and that's thanks to you
G D
The way she talks I can tell that she been through it
Em7 C
She looks and love like she's being introduced to it
G D Em7
The first men to hold her heart put a bruise to it
C
Yeah
[Chorus]
G D
So this is for the guy who loved her before me
Em7 C
And every lie that you let her believe
G D
How could you run from somebody like her?
Em7 C
And break her down til' she don't know what she's worth
G D Em7
Cause she's smart, she's pretty, she's funny
C
Man it's a pity
G D
When you sober up, maybe you should call her
G N.C.
Signed the man who loves your daughter
[Instrumental]
G | D | Em7 | C |
[Verse 2]
N.C. Em7 C
She pulls away when things start going right
G D Em7 C
Cause falling heart and minds are out at firt goodbye
G D
But I'm patient while she learns to trust
Em7 C
However long it takes because
G D Em7
That times she knows she's good enough
C
She's good enough
[Chorus]
G D
So this is for the guy who loved her before me
Em7 C
And every lie that you let her believe
G D
How could you run from somebody like her?
Em7 C
And break her down til' she don't know what she's worth
G D Em7
Cause she's smart, she's pretty, she's funny
C
Man it's a pity
G D
When you sober up, maybe you should call her
G N.C.
Signed the man who loves your daughter
[Instrumental]
G | D | Em7 | C |
[Bridge]
G D
You don't have to try and fix it all
Em7 C
Just let her know it's not her fault
G D Em7 C G
Just let her know it's not her fau---u--ult
D Em7 C
You know it's not het fault, no
[Chorus]
G D
So this is for the guy who loved her before me
Em7 C
And every lie that you let her believe
G D
No, you can't change what's been done
Em7 C
But you'd be proud of what she's become
G D
Cause she's sensitive, she's tough
Em7 C
Yeah, she's been always more than enough
G D Em7 C
I see everything you didn't wanna see
G D Em7 C
I'm gonna show her not everybody leaves
G D
Don't call til' you wanna be her father
Em7 C
Signed the man who loves your daughter
Chord Guide
The song primarily uses the chords G, D7sus4, Em7, and C, providing a warm
\and resonant sound that supports the song's emotional narrative. Here's a
quick guide on how to play these chords:
G Major: Place your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string, your index
finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the high
E string. Some players also add the pinky to the 3rd fret of the B string for a fuller sound.
D7sus4: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the G string, your ring finger on
the 3rd fret of the B string, and your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the high E string.
This chord adds a suspended, unresolved feel, perfect for the emotional tone of the song.
Em7: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string and your middle finger
on the 2nd fret of the D string. You can also add your ring finger to the 3rd fret of the
B string and your pinky to the 3rd fret of the high E string for a richer sound.
C Major: Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B string, your middle finger on
the 2nd fret of the D string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string.
Strum from the A string down.
Playing the Song
Intro and Verses
The intro's gentle sway between G and D7sus4 sets the reflective tone.
For the verses, the progression moves through G, D, Em7, and C, supporting
the narrative of vulnerability and the cautious hope of new love. Maintain a soft,
consistent strumming pattern, emphasizing the lyric's storytelling nature.
Chorus
The chorus, where the emotional weight of the song deepens, uses the same
chord progression. Here, you might want to emphasize your strumming slightly
to match the lyrical intensity, highlighting the narrator's message to the former lover.
The repetition of the chord progression provides a steady, comforting foundation
as the story unfolds.
Bridge
The bridge offers a moment of introspection and resolution, and the chord
progression supports this shift in tone. Here, the dynamics can be softened
further, with a focus on conveying the message of healing and understanding,
leading back into the chorus with a sense of closure and newfound strength.
Performance Tips
Pay attention to the emotional narrative of the song. Your playing should reflect
the story's journey from hurt through hope to healing.
Experiment with dynamics. The song moves through different emotional states,
and your strumming intensity can help convey these shifts.
Let the chords ring out where appropriate, especially in the chorus and bridge,
to underline the song's heartfelt message.
Connect with the lyrics as you play. "Your Daughter" is as much a story as it is a
song, and your performance will resonate more deeply if you engage with the narrative.
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