[Intro]
C F F C
C F F C
[Verse]
F C
Midnight Chevy on a road to a levy, on a road to a levy we'd fly
F C
Empty Coke bottles on the floorboard rattling the door on the passenger side
F C
Blonde haired beauty with a teenage dream, gonna leave these crickets behind
F C
Chirping in the dark, gonna be a big star in the California sunshine
[Chorus]
Am C F C
Funny how the years keep rolling and some things never change
Am C F C
Except the miles on my dash and the price of gasoline
Am C F C
Yeah, but this old Silverado still runs like a top
Am C F C
And I can't shake her memory like a driveway oil spot
C F F C
On my mind
C F F C
On my mind
[Verse]
F C
How a pretty poem found a rough knuckle guy, found a rough knuckle guy like me
F C
It's probably more to do with the fish in this pond than the fish in the deep blue sea
F C
But out there in the great wide open of the ocean is where she was always gonna swim
F
And I was always gonna stick around this town, scraping my knuckles
[Chorus]
C Am C F C
Ain't it funny how the years keep rolling and some things never change
Am C F C
Except the miles on my dash and the price of gasoline
Am7 C F C
Yeah, but this old Silverado still runs like a top
Am7 C F C
I can't shake her memory like a driveway oil spot
Am7 C F
On my mind
C Am7 C F C
Ooooh, on my mind
[Instrumental/Solo]
Am7 C F C
Am7 C F C
[Chorus]
C Am7 C F C
Ain't it funny how the years keep rolling and some things never change
Am7 C F C
Except the miles on my dash and the price of gasoline
Am7 C F C
Yeah, but this old Silverado still runs like a top
Am7 C F C
And I can't shake her memory like a driveway oil spot
[Outro]
Am7 C F
On my mind
C Am C F C
Ooooh, on my mind, yeah
Am C F
On my mind
C Am C F C
Oh oh oh oh, on my mind
How to play "Oil Spot" by Nate Smith on guitar
[Intro]
- Chords: C, F, F, C, C, F, F, C
- Strumming: Use a steady down-up pattern.
- Transition: Ensure smooth changes between chords.
[Verse]
- Chords: C, F, F, C, C, F, F, C
- Strumming: Use a relaxed down-up pattern, focusing on downstrokes.
- Dynamics: Play softly to complement the reflective lyrics.
- Transition: Practice clean changes between C and F.
[Chorus]
- Chords: Am, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C, Am7, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C
- Strumming: Increase intensity with a steady down-up pattern.
- Rhythm: Emphasize the first beat of each measure to give the chorus more impact.
- Dynamics: Play louder than the verse to highlight the chorus.
[Verse]
- Chords: C, F, F, C, C, F
- Strumming: Return to a softer down-up pattern, similar to the first verse.
- Feel: Maintain the same dynamics, focusing on the lyrical delivery.
- Transition: Ensure clean chord changes to keep the verse fluid.
[Chorus]
- Chords: Am, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C, Am7, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C
- Strumming: Maintain a steady down-up pattern with increased intensity.
- Dynamics: Play louder than the verse to make the chorus impactful.
- Emphasis: Highlight the first beat of each measure.
[Instrumental/Solo]
- Chords: Am7, C, F, C, Am7, C, F, C
- Strumming: Gradually build up the intensity.
- Dynamics: Use this section to create a sense of anticipation.
[Chorus]
- Chords: Am7, C, F, C, Am7, C, F, C, Am7, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C
- Strumming: Maintain the steady down-up pattern with increased intensity.
- Dynamics: Play louder than the verse to make the chorus impactful.
- Emphasis: Highlight the first beat of each measure.
[Outro]
- Chords: Am7, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C, Am, C, F, C
- Strumming: Gradually soften your strumming as the song concludes.
- Dynamics: End gently, mirroring the song's intro.
[Common Mistakes]
- Switching between C and F: Practice the finger positioning for smooth transitions.
- Strumming consistency: Focus on keeping a steady rhythm, especially during dynamic changes.
- Overplaying: Ensure the vocals remain the focal point by not overpowering them with the guitar.
[Song Facts]
"Oil Spot" by Nate Smith is a song that reflects on memories and the
passage of time. The lyrics paint a picture of nostalgia, capturing the
singer's thoughts and emotions tied to a specific place and person. The
song's themes of change and constancy are underscored by the imagery of
an old truck and lingering memories.
[Artist Biography]
Nate Smith is a rising country music artist known for his heartfelt lyrics
and soulful voice. With roots in California, Smith's music blends
traditional country with modern influences, creating a unique sound that
resonates with a wide audience. His authentic storytelling and emotional
performances have quickly garnered a dedicated fanbase.
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