Smaller chords
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[Intro]
D
[Verse 1]
D
Bobby opened up the bar on a Sunday night
A
There was a little more blue in the neon light
G
Some of us drank, some of us cried
Em
Most of us, we did both
D
Your daddy drove in, in your old truck
A
Coach came in and hung your jersey up
G
I showed up three quarters drunk
G
And tried not to let it show
[Chorus]
D A Bm
But tonight, this small town just got a whole lot smaller
G A D
I hope you know that down here we don't know what to do
A Bm
Tonight, this small town just got a whole lot smaller
G A D
Buddy, this place won't feel the same without you
[Verse 2]
D
We talked about the wild in our wilder days
A
All those things that make a mama pray
Bm
I couldn't help but think about what you'd say
G
Hearing us go on and on
D
Then somebody had the nerve to play, "Friends in Low Places"
A
Man, you should've heard the whole bar singin'
Bm
I closed my eyes, and I still could see you
G A
Standin' right there singin' along
[Chorus]
D A Bm
But tonight, this small town just got a whole lot smaller
G A D
I hope you know that down here we don't know what to do
A Bm
Tonight, this small town just got a whole lot smaller
G A D
Buddy, this place won't feel the same without you
[Bridge]
Bm A
What I wouldn't give to see you walk in here
G Em
Put my arm around your neck and buy you that first beer
[Guitar Solo]
D A Bm G A D
[Fiddle Solo]
D A Bm G A
[Chorus]
D A Bm
Tonight, this small town just got a whole lot smaller
G A D
I hope you know that down here we don't know what to do
A Bm
Tonight, this small town just got a whole lot smaller
G A D
Buddy, this place won't feel the same without you
Bm A N.C.
Yeah, Buddy, this place, no, it won't feel the same without you
[Outro]
D A Bm G A D
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How to play "Smaller" by Marlowe Kameron on guitar
Capo: None
[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 - A - G - Em - D - A - G - G
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 A to G and back to D.
[Chorus]
- Chord Progression: D - A - Bm - G - A - D - A - Bm - G - A - D
Strum Pattern: Keep the pattern similar to the verse.
Add a bit more energy to match the chorus's feel.
Pay attention to the changes from A to Bm and G.
[Verse 2]
- Chord Progression: D - A - Bm - G - D - A - Bm - G - A
Follow the same pattern as Verse 1.
Maintain a steady rhythm.
Focus on the dynamics, keeping it slightly softer than the chorus.
[Bridge]
- Chord Progression: Bm - A - G - Em
Strum with a steady rhythm.
Create a slight pause between lines for emphasis.
[Guitar Solo]
- Chord Progression: D - A - Bm - G - A - D
Play with more intensity.
Use downstrokes for a driving rhythm.
Ensure clean transitions between chords.
[Fiddle Solo]
- Chord Progression: D - A - Bm - G - A
Maintain the rhythm and intensity.
Focus on the melody to match the fiddle part.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same progression and pattern as the previous chorus.
Maintain the energy and consistency.
[Outro]
- Chord Progression: D - A - Bm - G - A - D
Gradually reduce the intensity.
End with a clean D chord to finish the song.
[Common Mistakes]
- Missing smooth transitions between chords, especially from A to Bm.
- Losing the rhythm during the solos and bridge sections.
- Not emphasizing the dynamic differences between verse and chorus.
[Song Facts]
"Smaller" by Marlowe Kameron is a poignant song about the impact of loss
in a small town. The lyrics describe how the absence of a friend makes
the town feel even smaller and emptier. Marlowe Kameron is known for his
authentic storytelling and emotional depth in his music. "Smaller" showcases
his ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with engaging melodies, creating a
relatable and moving song.