CAPO: 2nd FRET
[Intro]
Bm7 G D
Bm7 G D
[Verse]
Bm7 G D
We left the cold in Tennessee
Bm7 G D
To go watch the sun sink in the keys
Bm7 G D
We had the top off my old Jeep
Bm7
You took a break from kissing me
G D
You said hey boy, why don't we do something crazy
[Chorus]
Bm7 G D
I wonder where you are now
Bm7 G D
Sometimes I still think of how
Bm7 G
We said something bout forever
D
But what's that mean at 22?
Bm7 G D
'Cause all that lasted are some matching tattoos
[Verse]
Bm7 G D
Do you ever tell them about us
Bm7 G D
When people ask you where you got it from
Bm7 G
Do you say it meant nothing
D
Or do you tell the truth
Bm7 G
'Cause I'm looking down at mine right now
D
And I'm right back there with you
[Chorus]
Bm7 G D
I wonder where you are now
Bm7 G D
Sometimes I still think of how
Bm7 G
We said something bout forever
D
But what's that mean at 22?
Bm7 G D
'Cause all that lasted are some matching tattoos
Bm7 G D
Bm7 G D
[Break]
Bm7 G D
There will always, be something between me and you
Bm7 G
They say nothing last forever
D
But hey girl we know that ain't true
[Chorus]
Bm7 G D
I wonder where you are now
Bm7 G D
Sometimes I still think of how
Bm7 G
We said something bout forever
D
But what's that mean at 22?
Bm7 G D
'Cause all that lasted are some matching tattoos
[Outro]
Bm7 G D
'Cause all that lasted are some matching tattoos
Bm7 G D
All that lasted are these matching tattoos
How to play "Matching Tattoos" by Ross Josh captures the essence of fleeting youth
and the indelible marks of past relationships, both metaphorically and literally.
Set against the backdrop of a memorable trip, this song uses the chords Bm7, G, and
D to weave a narrative that's both nostalgic and bittersweet. With a capo on the
2nd fret, it becomes accessible to players of varying skill levels, allowing the
emotional resonance of the lyrics to shine through.
[Intro]
The intro sets an introspective tone, with the chord progression:
Bm7 G D
Bm7 G D
This repetition serves as a gentle lead into the story, inviting listeners into a
moment of reflection.
[Verse]
The verse recounts memories with vivid imagery, grounded in the chord progression
that moves the narrative forward:
Bm7 G D
We left the cold in Tennessee
Bm7 G D
To go watch the sun sink in the keys
The use of Bm7 to G and then D captures the warmth of the memories being recounted,
highlighting the contrast between the cold they left behind and the warmth they
found, both in the climate and in each other.
[Chorus]
The chorus reflects on the passage of time and the permanence of decisions made in
youth:
Bm7 G D
I wonder where you are now
Bm7 G D
'Cause all that lasted are some matching tattoos
The simplicity of the chord progression here emphasizes the straightforward, yet
deeply felt, sentiment of the lyrics, questioning the meaning of promises made "at
22" and what remains of them.
[Break]
The break offers a moment of realization about the lasting impact of the relationship:
Bm7 G D
There will always, be something between me and you
This part of the song, maintaining the same chord progression, underscores the
theme of enduring connections, despite the transient nature of the relationship
itself.
[Outro]
The outro reiterates the chorus, leaving the listener with the enduring image of
the matching tattoos:
Bm7 G D
'Cause all that lasted are some matching tattoos
This repetition not only bookends the song but also cements the idea of lasting
marks left by fleeting moments.
In this Guitar Lesson and Tutorial, "How to play Matching Tattoos" is not just about
the chords but the story they tell. The strumming pattern should be reflective,
allowing the chords to breathe and resonate with the narrative. As you play, think
about the memories and moments that leave a lasting impression, much like the
matching tattoos in the song, making the performance not only a musical journey but
an emotional one as well.
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