Nobody's Born With A Broken Heart chords
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Capo 4th fret
[Intro]
A Em7 D
[Verse 1]
A Em7 D
January 29th, ten fingers and ten toes
A Em7 D
First breath, first tear I cried, didn't know what I didn't know
A Em7 D
Off to the races, a perfect start
Bm7 Am D
'Cause nobody's born with a broken heart
[Verse 2]
A Em7 D
Daddy yells, Momma's eyes look like the summer rain
A Em7 D
Old enough to know what's going on, too young to drive away
A Em7 D
I learned the hard way that growing up is hard
Bm7 Am D
'Cause nobody's born with a broken heart
[Chorus]
Bm7 A/C# D
Love's a blade and God it's sharp
A E
Smoothest steel but leaves a mark
Bm7 A/C# D
Proof of life is dying with scars
A Em7 D
'Cause nobody's born with a broken heart
A Em7 Bm
Yeah, nobody's born with a broken heart
[Verse 3]
A Em7 D
Jeans on the floor, jersey sheets, swore he was my future
A Em7 D
I gave away a piece of me one night in Vancouver
A Em7 D
I realized they're right there in the dark
Bm7 Am D
That nobody's born with a broken heart
[Chorus]
Bm7 A/C# D
Love's a blade and God it's sharp
A E
Smoothest steel but leaves a mark
Bm7 A/C# D
Proof of life is dying with scars
A Em7 D
'Cause nobody's born with a broken heart
A Em7 Bm
Yeah, nobody's born with a broken heart
[Pedal Steel Solo]
Bm7 Am D A E
[Fiddle Solo]
Bm7 Am D A Em7 D
[Verse 4]
A Em7 D
I'm on the edge, scared to death, I wanna take your hand
A Em7 D
But if we fall head over heels, what happens when we land?
A Em7 D
Could I feel whole again here in your arms?
Bm7 Am7 D
Yeah maybe this love could put back the parts
A Em7 N.C.
'Cause nobody's born with a broken heart
How to play "Nobody's Born With A Broken Heart" by Porter MacKenzie on guitar
- Tuning: Standard tuning with a capo on the 4th fret.
- Chord Shapes:
A: x02220
Em7: 022033
D: xx0232
Bm7: x24232
Am: x02210
A/C#: x4222x
E: 022100
Am7: x02010
- Strumming Pattern:
Use a pattern of down-down-up-up-down-up throughout the song, providing a smooth
and flowing rhythm that complements the emotional and reflective lyrics.
- Intro & Verse Progression:
The song starts with a progression of A, Em7, D, creating a gentle and introspective
tone that sets up the story told in the verses.
- Playing the Verses:
Strum softly to allow the story and lyrics to stand out. The transition from A to Em7
to D should be smooth, reflecting the narrative of innocence and the inevitability
of experiencing pain.
- Chorus Technique:
The chorus introduces Bm7 and A/C# along with the regular A, E, and D chords. Play
these with slightly more intensity than the verses to emphasize the emotional
crescendo as the song discusses the sharpness of love and the scars it leaves.
- Common Mistakes:
- Losing the emotional impact by strumming too mechanically. Focus on the feeling
conveyed by the lyrics and match your strumming intensity to the mood.
- Not transitioning smoothly between the chords, especially the Bm7 and A/C#, which
are crucial for the chorus's impact.
- Pedal Steel and Fiddle Solos:
These follow the chords Bm7, Am, D, A, E (Pedal Steel Solo) and Bm7, Am, D, A, Em7,
D (Fiddle Solo). These solos provide a break in the lyrics and a different texture
to the song, reflecting on the themes without words.
- Lyrics Meaning:
The song explores the theme of life's inevitable heartaches and the learning
process involved in growing up and experiencing love. It suggests that while no one
is born with a broken heart, life’s experiences and challenges teach us about
pain, love, and resilience.
Focus on conveying the depth of the song's emotional message through dynamic playing,
highlighting the philosophical reflection on pain and growth.