CAPO: 2nd FRET
[Intro]
A A A A A
E ---------------|
B ---------------|
G -7-6-----7-6---|
D ---------------|
A -----7-5-----7-|
E ---------------|
[Verse]
A D
Way out here where the pine trees climb
A
The river winds
D
The coyotes hide
A D A D
You will find me
A
Floating the boat
D
Sipping something cold
A
Roll a little smoke
D A D A D
Let the fishing pole unwiiind me
A D
Out here where the simple meets divine
[Chorus]
A E D
That's my life
A E D
It's alright
A
That's what I like
E D
I don't care
D A
You do yours
E D
I'll do mine
G
That's my life
A D A D A D A D
That's my life
[Verse]
A
I been down there
D
In your smoggy air
A D
Where drag queens party with the billionaires
A D A D
And their habits
A D
With your Antifa, and your CRT
A
And your alphabet soup
D
That it ain't for me
A D A D
You can have it
A
That's not my cup of tea
D
But that's your right
[Chorus]
A E D
'Cause that's your life
A E D
Do what you like
A
'Cause that's alright
E D
I don't care
D A
You do yours
E D
I'll do mine
G
That's your life
A
That's your life
[Instrumental]
A D C A
A D G G
[Verse]
A D
I don't know how the story ends
A D
Enemies or best of friends
A D A D
That's on you, man
A
And I don't hate
D
I never did
A
Just wanna live and raise my kids
D
In the country
N.C.
I grew up in
[Chorus]
A E D
And that's my right
A E D
And that's alright
A
It's what I like
E D
I don't care
D A
You do yours
E D
I'll do mine
A E D
'Cause that's your life
A E D
And that's alright
A
It's what you like
E D
I don't care
D A
You do yours
E D
I'll do mine
G G
'Cause that's my life
A A A A A
And that's your life
"That's My Life" by Aaron Lewis is a song that touches on personal freedom,
choices, and living life according to one's own values. With a capo on the 2nd
fret, it uses chords like A, D, E, and G to paint a musical landscape that's
both reflective and celebratory. The Intro and Instrumental sections add
character with a simple yet evocative melody played on the higher strings.
The Intro sets the scene with a distinctive melody on the G string, creating
an immediate sense of place and mood:
A A A A A
E ---------------|
B ---------------|
G -7-6-----7-6---|
D ---------------|
A -----7-5-----7-|
E ---------------|
This melodic hook invites listeners into the narrative, preparing them for the
storytelling that unfolds in the verses.
The Verse chord progression is straightforward, alternating between A and D,
setting a steady rhythm for the narrative:
A D
Way out here where the pine trees climb
A
The river winds
The simplicity of the chord progression allows the lyrics to stand front and
center, painting vivid images of life lived on one's own terms.
The Chorus then shifts to include E and G, adding a musical lift that
underscores the song's themes of personal choice and acceptance:
A E D
That's my life
A E D
It's alright
Here, the chorus acts as a declaration of individuality, with the chord changes
providing a solid foundation for the message of living life according to personal
values.
The song also includes an Instrumental section that mirrors its introspective
and celebratory nature:
A D C A
A D G G
This section offers a moment of musical reflection, a pause in the narrative to
let the instrumental voices of the guitar convey the song's emotional depth.
Throughout "That's My Life," the guitar work is more than accompaniment; it's a
vital part of the song's storytelling. The chord progressions and melodies
combine to create a backdrop that enhances the narrative, inviting listeners to
reflect on their own lives and choices.
As you play "That's My Life," focus on the emotion behind each chord and melody.
Let your guitar speak to the themes of freedom, choice, and the diversity of
human experience. This song is an invitation to celebrate life in all its
complexity, with the guitar serving as both narrator and companion on the
journey.
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