Keepin' The Lights On chords
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Capo 2nd fret
[Intro]
D
[Verse 1]
D
Daddy worked the same job for twenty-some odd years
G
Overtime and weekends never bothered him a bit
A
Well, Momma cooked and cleaned and sometimes on the side
G
She'd sell Mary Kay around holidays to make an extra dime
D
Keepin' the lights on
D
Mmm
[Verse 2]
D
Me and my kid brother, man, we thought we had it made
G
Shoes were on our feet, food was on our plates
A
We never understood why when Daddy said the prayer
G
Before he'd say Amen, he'd thank the Man upstairs
D
For keepin' the lights on
[Bridge]
G D
Yeah, hard times they come and they go
G D
There's smooth rides, there's highs and there's lows
G D/F#
There's blue skies and sunshine
Em D
The winds change, and storm clouds
G B A
But somehow there always is enough
[Guitar Solo]
G D G
Mmm
D A G D/F# Em D G D/F# A
Oh
[Verse 3]
D
Honky-tonks and highways can be hell on a soul
G
The neon life and late nights sure make a young man old
A
But me and this old guitar have got a promise that we've made
G
Heaven knows that it ain't easy keepin' them ends tied, but hey
D
We're keepin' the lights on
[Outro]
D
Oh, we're keepin' the lights on
D G D
We're keepin' the lights on, oh
G D G D/F# Em D G D/F# A
Mmm
G D G D G D/F# Em D
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How to play "Keepin' The Lights On" by Marlowe Kameron on guitar
Capo: 2nd fret
[Intro]
- Chord: D
Strum the D chord with a steady rhythm.
Use downstrokes to set the tone for the song.
[Verse 1]
- Chord Progression: D - G - A - G - D
Strum Pattern: Use a combination of down and up strums.
Emphasize the downbeat for a steady rhythm.
Transition smoothly between chords.
Focus on the shift from G to A and back to G.
[Verse 2]
- Chord Progression: D - G - A - G - D
Same strum pattern as Verse 1.
Maintain a steady rhythm.
Pay attention to the lyrics to match the feel of the song.
[Bridge]
- Chord Progression: G - D - G - D - G - D/F# - Em - D - G - B - A
Strum Pattern: Use a mix of down and up strums with a slight pause between lines.
Emphasize the dynamic changes, especially from G to B and A.
[Guitar Solo]
- Chord Progression: G - D - G - D - A - G - D/F# - Em - D - G - D/F# - A
Play with more intensity.
Use downstrokes for a driving rhythm.
Ensure clean transitions between chords.
[Verse 3]
- Chord Progression: D - G - A - G - D
Follow the same pattern as previous verses.
Focus on dynamics, keeping it slightly softer than the chorus.
[Outro]
- Chord Progression: D - G - D - G - D - G - D/F# - Em - D - G - D/F# - A - G - D - G - D - G - D/F# - Em - D
Gradually reduce the intensity.
End with a clean D chord to finish the song.
[Common Mistakes]
- Missing smooth transitions between chords, especially from G to A and D/F#.
- Losing the rhythm during the solo and bridge sections.
- Not emphasizing the dynamic differences between verse and chorus.
[Song Facts]
"Keepin' The Lights On" by Marlowe Kameron is a heartfelt song about
the struggles and perseverance of a working-class family. The lyrics
tell the story of hard work, sacrifice, and gratitude for the small
blessings in life. Marlowe Kameron is known for his authentic storytelling
and emotional depth in his music. "Keepin' The Lights On" showcases his
ability to convey deep emotions through melodic and lyrical expression,
creating a relatable and moving song.