[Intro]
Am G Am G D
[Verse 1]
Am
You only walked into this dart board dive bar
G D
Knowing good and damn well I'd be here
Am
You're only sitting there laughing so hard
G D
'Cause that's the only way you know how to fight tears
[Pre-Chrous]
Am
And I know there ain't a chance
G
That you're with him, he's just a friend
D
I understand, you gotta do what you gotta do, baby
Am G
But if it's just me instead, in my head
D
Way off, dead wrong with everything I been sayin'
[Chorus]
Am G
Then tell me a lie
D
Tell me you ain't as good as gone
D
Halfway holding on to me
Am G
Ease my mind
D
And Lord knows the whiskey ain't doing jack
Am
Won't you tell me that it ain't quite what it looks like
G
And it's not what you think
D Em
But I know you and I know I don't wanna believe that
Am G D
A truth in your eyes, I know
D
So just for tonight
Am G D
Tell me a lie
[Verse 2]
Am
Just tell me that your friends put you up to it
G D
They said you'd get me seeing red in that dress
Am
You look like you know just what you're doing
G D
Taking looks my way just to make me a mess
D
Ooh
[Pre-Chrous]
Am G
Come on, won't you tell me I ain't no fool
D
Show me any kind of proof
D
Even if you have to
[Chorus]
Am G
Then tell me a lie
D
Tell me you ain't as good as gone
D
Halfway holding on to me
Am G
Ease my mind
D
And Lord knows the whiskey ain't doing jack
Am
Won't you tell me that it ain't quite what it looks like
G
And it's not what you think
D Em
But I know you and I know I don't wanna believe that
Am G D
A truth in your eyes, I know
D
So just for tonight
[Bridge]
C
Tell me that you want me back
G
I'm the best you ever had
D N.C.
The worst thing you ever did was say goodbye, -ey
N.C.
So go on and tell me
[Chrous]
Am G
Then tell me a lie
D
Tell me you ain't as good as gone
D
Halfway holding on to me
Am G
Ease my mind
D
And Lord knows the whiskey ain't doing jack
Am
Won't you tell me that it ain't quite what it looks like
G
And it's not what you think
D Em
But I know you and I know I don't wanna believe that
Am G D
A truth in your eyes, no, no, no
D
So just for tonight
Am
Tell me a lie
[Outro]
G
Tell me a lie
D
Tell me a lie
Am G D
Tell me a lie
How to play "Tell Me a Lie" by Ross Josh involves delving into a poignant narrative
about seeking solace in untruths to ease a heartache. The song's chord progression,
centered around Am, G, D, and occasionally Em and C, reflects the emotional
turmoil and longing for a different reality than the one faced. With the capo
placement not specified, players can adjust based on vocal range or preference,
offering versatility in performance.
[Intro]
The introduction sets the somber mood of the song:
Am G Am G D
This sequence establishes the tone for the reflective and emotional journey ahead.
[Verse 1]
The verse uses the chords to paint a vivid picture of the setting and the emotions
involved:
Am
You only walked into this dart board dive bar
G D
Knowing good and damn well I'd be here
The progression from Am to G, then to D, underscores the narrative of unexpected
encounters and the mixed emotions they bring.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus builds tension, highlighting the internal conflict and the hope for
reconciliation:
Am
And I know there ain't a chance
G
That you're with him, he's just a friend
D
I understand, you gotta do what you gotta do, baby
The movement through these chords adds depth to the story, expressing the complexity
of the situation and the emotions involved.
[Chorus]
The chorus is the emotional climax of the song, pleading for deception as a
temporary balm for pain:
Am G
Then tell me a lie
D
Tell me you ain't as good as gone
The Am to G to D progression, followed by a shift to Em, elevates the emotional
intensity, capturing the desperation and the fleeting hope for comfort through
falsehoods.
[Bridge]
The bridge offers a direct plea, introducing C to the mix, adding a layer of
vulnerability:
C
Tell me that you want me back
G
I'm the best you ever had
The addition of C brings a new melodic element, emphasizing the raw emotion and
desire for reassurance, however unfounded.
[Outro]
The outro reiterates the chorus's plea, leaving the listener with a lingering sense
of longing and the unresolved tension of the narrative:
G
Tell me a lie
D
Tell me a lie
Am G D
Tell me a lie
This repetition solidifies the song's theme, the yearning for comfort in denial,
and the unwillingness to face a painful truth.
In this Guitar Lesson and Tutorial, "How to play Tell Me a Lie" is as much about
conveying emotion through music as it is about technical skill. The dynamic between
the chords and the lyrics serves as a powerful tool for expressing the complexities
of the human heart in turmoil. As you play, focus on the emotional delivery, letting
the chords resonate with the weight of the story being told, making your performance
a poignant reflection of the song's essence.
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