True Love chords
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[Intro]
G
[Verse 1]
G
I saw John at the Texaco
Em
He was getting his pack of smokes
Am
It was short, didn't talk too much
D
But long enough to catch me up
G
I could tell he was holding back
Em
I couldn't help it, I had to ask
Am
After all, he's your best friend
D
But I kinda wish he didn't fill me in
[Chorus]
G Em
I heard you're happy, is it true, love?
Am D
I heard you cut your long hair, is it true, love?
G
I never thought that it was really goodbye
Em
We said forever, baby, maybe that's why
Am
It hit me right out of the blue
D
When I heard you found somebody new
G Em
Is is true, love?
Am D
Is it true love?
[Verse 2]
G
Does she make you forget about me?
Em
Is she laying where I used to sleep?
Am
Have you brought her back to Abilene?
D
Is she a summer fling, or a diamond ring?
[Chorus]
G Em
I heard you're happy, is it true, love?
Am D
I heard you cut your long hair, is it true, love?
G
I never thought that it was really goodbye
Em
We said forever, baby, maybe that's why
Am
It hit me right out of the blue
D
When I heard you found somebody new
G Em
Is is true, love?
Am D
Is it true love?
[Bridge]
Am
I'm already barely picking up the pieces
Em
Crying to my friends over wine every weekend
Am
You probably don't even believe
D
Everything you've heard about me
G Em
But it's all true, love
Am D
It's all true, love
[Out-Chorus]
G
I never thought that it was really goodbye
Em
We said forever, baby, maybe that's why
Am
It hit me right out of the blue
D
Guess there's nothing that I can do
G Em
Is is true, love?
Am D
Is it true love?
How to play Laci Kaye Booth's "True Love" on the guitar
[Intro] - G chord
- Strumming: Slow, deliberate downward strokes.
- Focus: To set the tone, let the chord ring out.
[First Verse]
Chords: G, Am, D, Em,
- Strumming: Use downstrokes in a loose, even beat.
- Dynamics: Maintain a low volume to match the lyrics' conversational tone.
- Transitions: Alternate between G, Em, Am, and D with ease.
[Chorus]
Chords: G, Am, D, Em,
- Strumming: Mix up and downstrokes while gradually increasing intensity.
- Emphasis: Pay particular attention to the emotive delivery of "Is it true, love?"
- Feel: Express the conflicted feelings that arise when one learns of an ex's new romance.
[Verse 2]
Chords: G, Am, D, Em,
- Strumming: Keeping a light rhythm, just like in Verse 1.
- Dynamics: Reflective, in line with the lyrics' contemplative tone.
- Transitions: Get comfortable switching between chords with ease.
[Chorus]
Chords: G, Am, D, Em,
- Strumming: Moderately intense, in line with the opening chorus.
Highlight important passages with emphasis, such "I heard you're happy, is that true, love?"
[Bridge]
Chords: D, Am, Em, and Am
- Strumming: Lighter strums with a softer, more reflective feel.
- Dynamics: Toward the finish, progressively increase the intensity.
- Main Idea: Express the lyrical content's sensitivity and emotion.
[Exit-Chorus]
Chords: G, Am, D, Em,
- Strumming: Go back to the more subdued, contemplative rhythm of the previous choruses.
- Emphasis: Use emotional depth to draw attention to the last "Is it true, love?"
- Feel: To highlight the song's moving conclusion, let the chords ring out.
[Overall Advice]
- Tuning: EADGBE standard tuning.
- Tone: To fit the contemplative mood of the song, choose a clear, warm tone.
- Practice: Increase tempo gradually at first until you feel comfortable with the chord changes.
- Frequent errors: Hurrying transitions and losing rhythm.
[Song Details]
The novel "True Love" by Laci Kaye Booth delves into issues of longing and heartbreak.
The song's lyrics explore the sentimental process of realizing an ex has moved on and
wondering if their current partner is a true love. Renowned for her distinct voice and
poignant narratives, Laci Kaye Booth rose to fame on American Idol. Her music combines
pop and country influences to produce a sound that appeals to a wide audience.