Easy To Miss chords
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CAPO: 1st FRET
[Intro]
G/B C D Em
[Verse]
G/B C G
Jackets still hanging on the edge of my bed
D Em
The things you forgot make it hard to forget
G/B C
So I'm right here hanging on by a thread
D G
Right where you left me
G/B
Cologne on my pillow
C
Open all the windows
D
Said I was gonna clear the air
Em
But if I'm being real though
G/B C
I'm still here hanging on by a thread
D
Right where you left me
[Chorus]
G/B Em
Well it's hard waking up in the morning
C G
And it's hard getting' sleep at night
G/B
And it's hard when I'm reeling
Em
Staring at the ceiling
C G
With you on my mind
G/B Em
And it's hard holding on to nothing
C G
With my arms 'round the emptiness
G/B
But it's harder to let go
Em C G
Why you gotta be so easy to miss?
G/B C
G D Em
Why you gotta be, gotta be, gotta be
[Verse]
B/Eb
I can try to take a breather
C
I can step outside
D Em D
But I'm no good at getting you off my mind
G/B C
I end up getting nowhere no matter how many miles
D
I get behind me
[Chorus]
B/Eb Em
Well it's hard waking up in the morning
C G
And it's hard getting' sleep at night
G/B
And it's hard when I'm reeling
Em
Staring at the ceiling
C G
With you on my mind
G/B Em
And it's hard holding on to nothing
C G
With my arms 'round the emptiness
G/B
But it's harder to let go
Em C G
Why you gotta be so easy to miss?
B/Eb C
D Em
Why you gotta be, gotta be, gotta be so
G/B C
D G G/B C
Why you gotta be, gotta be, gotta be so-o-o
D G
Easy to miss
[Chorus]
G/B Em
Yeah, it's hard waking up in the morning
C G
And it's hard getting' sleep at night
B/Eb
And it's hard when I'm reeling
Em
Staring at the ceiling
C G
With you on my mind
G/B Em
And it's hard holding on to nothing
C G
With my arms 'round the emptiness
G/B
But it's harder to let go
Em C G
Why you gotta be so easy to miss?
G/B C
[Outro]
D Em G/B C
Awww why you gotta be so
D G
Awww why you gotta be so
How to play "Easy To Miss" by Porter MacKenzie on guitar
- Tuning: Standard tuning with a capo on the 1st fret.
- Chord Shapes:
G/B: x20033
C: x32010
D: xx0232
Em: 022000
B/Eb: x6404x (This chord is an alternative voicing; play a standard B if it's easier.)
- Strumming Pattern:
The strumming pattern for this song is a gentle down-down-up-up-down-up, which helps
to keep the rhythm light and reflective, matching the emotional tone of the lyrics.
- Intro & Verse Progression:
The intro and verses cycle through G/B, C, D, Em. This progression supports the
lyrical themes of lingering memories and emotional attachment.
- Playing the Verses:
Pay attention to the dynamics within each verse. Start softer with the G/B and build
slightly towards the D and Em to emphasize the emotional escalation.
- Chorus Technique:
The chorus uses the same chords but focus on amplifying the emotional impact with
a slightly more intense strumming pattern. Ensure the transitions between chords
are clean, especially when moving to the B/Eb, which provides a tension that
enhances the sense of yearning in the lyrics.
- Common Mistakes:
- Rushing the tempo: Maintain a steady, measured pace to allow the lyrics and
melody to resonate fully.
- Not adjusting dynamics: The emotional depth of the song comes from the play
between softer verses and a more powerful chorus.
- Lyrics Meaning:
"Easy To Miss" explores the difficulty of moving on from a past relationship.
The lyrics delve into the challenge of coping with absence and the omnipresence
of someone who has left a significant impact, making them "easy to miss."
This song is all about conveying emotion through the guitar's voice. Take your time
with each chord and let the song's melancholic feel guide your playing style.