I Can Run chords
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[Intro]
F G
[Verse 1]
F G
Heaven knows it hurts to feel nothing at all
F G
When you're starin' in the eyes of the mirror hangin' on the wall
F G
It's hard to face the truth or find a place to hide
F
Oh, when you numb it more and more
G
'Cause you're scared of what you're gonna find
[Chorus]
F C G
I could run to the bottle 'til the bottle runs out
F C G
Hold down the throttle, take the long way around
F Am G
Put the pedal to the metal with my reasons in the shotgun seat
F C G
I could run on fumes, hell, I could run like the wind
F C G
I could run forever like the road don't end
F Am G
But I'm runnin' out of reasons to keep runnin' like a bat out of hell
Em F G
'Cause I can't outrun myself
[Verse 2]
F G
I had to hit my knees and learn to walk again
F
Oh, I'm stumblin' and fallin'
G
Givin' it all I got to give
F
'Cause I'd rather be livin' in the light with my shadow
G
Than alone in the dark 'cause I've been there and I know
[Chorus]
F C G
I could run to the bottle 'til the bottle runs out
F C G
Hold down the throttle, take the long way around
F Am G
Put the pedal to the metal with my reasons in the shotgun seat
F C G
I could run on fumes, hell, I could run like the wind
F C G
I could run forever like the road don't end
F Am G
But I'm runnin' out of reasons to keep runnin' like a bat out of hell
Em F G F
Oh, I can't outrun myself
G F
Can't outrun myself
[Guitar Solo]
G Em F
[Chorus]
F C G
I could run to the bottle 'til the bottle runs out
F C G
Hold down the throttle, take the long way around
F Am G
Put the pedal to the metal with my reasons in the shotgun seat
F C G
I could run on fumes, hell, I could run like the wind
F C G
I could run forever like the road don't end
F Am G
But I'm runnin' out of reasons to keep runnin' like a bat out of hell
Em F
Oh, I can't outrun myself
[Outro]
G
Outrun myself
F
Can't outrun myself
G
Oh-oh
F G
Outrun myself
How to play "I Can Run" by Marlowe Kameron on guitar
[Intro]
- Chords: F - G
Strum each chord with a steady rhythm.
Use downstrokes to set the tone for the song.
[Verse 1]
- Chord Progression: F - G
Strum Pattern: Use a combination of down and up strums.
Emphasize the downbeat for a steady rhythm.
Transition smoothly between F and G chords.
[Chorus]
- Chord Progression: F - C - G - F - C - G - F - Am - G - F - C - G - F - C - G - F - Am - G - Em - F - G
Strum Pattern: Keep the pattern similar to the verse with more energy.
Accentuate the transitions between F, C, and G chords.
Pay attention to the changes from G to Am and Em to F.
[Verse 2]
- Chord Progression: F - G
Follow the same pattern as Verse 1.
Focus on dynamics, keeping it slightly softer than the chorus.
[Guitar Solo]
- Chord Progression: G - Em - F
Play with more intensity.
Use downstrokes for a driving rhythm.
Ensure clean transitions between chords.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same progression and pattern as the previous chorus.
Maintain the energy and consistency.
[Outro]
- Chord Progression: G - F - G - F - G
Gradually reduce the intensity.
End with a clean G chord to finish the song.
[Common Mistakes]
- Missing smooth transitions between chords, especially from Am to G.
- Losing the rhythm during the solo and bridge sections.
- Not emphasizing the dynamic differences between verse and chorus.
[Song Facts]
"I Can Run" by Marlowe Kameron is a powerful song about confronting personal
struggles and the journey towards self-acceptance. The lyrics describe
the futile attempts to escape one's problems, ultimately realizing that
running away is not the solution. Marlowe Kameron is known for his
authentic storytelling and emotional depth in his music. "I Can Run"
showcases his ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with engaging melodies,
creating a relatable and moving song.