[Intro]
Bm G D A
[Verse 1]
Bm
Somewhere in Milwaukee
G
There's snow covering concrete
D A
And I still see you walking away
Bm
And I tried to say I'm sorry
G
That frozen rain kept falling
D A Bm G D A
And I couldn't find the words to make you stay
[Chorus]
Bm G
You can hate my eyes for watching you leave
D A
Hate my should have chased you down feet
Bm G D
And not trying to keep you wrapped in my arms
A Bm G
You can hate my hands for letting you go
D A
Hate my lips for kissing yours cold
Bm G D
And hiding all my feelings in the dark
A Bm G D A
Please don't hate my heart
[Verse 2]
Bm
And I's choked up on that freezing wind
G
I bit my tongue until it bled
D A
Pulling back the words till my lungs turned blue
Bm
And I still see your finger prints
G
Running 'cross my frost bit skin
D A
All I am breathing in is the truth
[Chorus]
Bm G
You can hate my eyes for watching you leave
D A
Hate my should have chased you down feet
Bm G D
And not trying to keep you wrapped in my arms
A Bm G
You can hate my hands for letting you go
D A
Hate my lips for kissing yours cold
Bm G D
And hiding all my feelings in the dark
A Bm G D
Please don't hate my heart
A Bm G D A
Please don't hate my heart
[Interlude]
Bm G D A Bm G D
[Out-Chorus]
A Bm G
You can hate my eyes for watching you leave
D A
Hate my should have chased you down feet
Bm G D
And not trying to keep you wrapped in my arms
A Bm G
You can hate my hands for letting you go
D A
Hate my lips for kissing yours cold
Bm G D
And hiding all my feelings in the dark
A Bm
Please don't hate my heart
How to play "Milwaukee" by Flores Wyatt on guitar
Tuning: Standard tuning (EADGBE)
Chords Used:
Bm - x24432
G - 320003
D - xx0232
A - x02220
Chord Progression Overview:
This song uses a consistent chord progression that adds to the
emotional and reflective feel of the lyrics.
Intro and Verse Strumming Pattern:
- Strumming: DD UDU (D = down, U = up)
- Each chord is played for one measure, creating a flowing rhythm.
Playing Style:
- The Bm and G chords carry a melancholic tone; emphasize this
with a gentle strum.
- For D and A, ensure a clearer, brighter sound to contrast the
moodier chords.
Intro:
Bm G D A
Play this sequence twice to establish the musical theme.
Verse 1:
- "Somewhere in Milwaukee"
Bm G D A
Reflect the solemnity of the setting with measured strumming.
Chorus:
- "You can hate my eyes for watching you leave"
Bm G D A
Increase intensity here to emphasize the emotional climax.
Interlude:
Bm G D A Bm G D
Use this part to gradually build up towards the out-chorus.
Out-Chorus:
- Repeat the chorus progression with added emotional weight,
concluding the song on a poignant note.
General Tips:
- Maintain consistent strumming patterns to support the song's
narrative flow.
- Focus on clean transitions between chords, especially from Bm to G,
which can be challenging due to finger positioning.
Common Mistakes:
- Rushing the tempo, which can disrupt the emotive quality of the song.
- Not varying strumming dynamics between the verse and chorus, which
can make the song sound monotonous.
Song Meaning:
The lyrics reflect a poignant regret and longing, set against a
wintry backdrop in Milwaukee. The song explores themes of lost
chances and the pain of letting go, asking for forgiveness from
an estranged lover.
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