Pay Me Back In Change chords
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[Intro]
| C | C |
[Verse 1]
C
Flowers won't work this time
G
I appreciate the kind gesture
C
But if you just do better, that'd be fine
C
Empty promises
G
That won't work in this instance
C
But if you just listen, that'd be nice
[Pre-Chorus]
Am
'Cause this is fifty-fifty, baby
G
Start paying me what's mine
Bb
On a good day, darling
F
I'm only getting twenty-five
[Chorus]
G
You can't pay me back in sorry
C
Can't pay me back with what you say
G
All those pretty words lose meaning
C
If I'm still lonely the next day
Em
Can't pay me back with breakfast in bed
E/G# Am
Or Sunday matinée
Bb
The only thing that'll settle this debt
F C
Is if you pay me back in change
[Verse 2]
C
I'm so damn broke on lovе
C
You better cough it up
G
Hold me, thеn hold me again
C
You owe me at least that much
[Pre-Chorus]
Am
'Cause this is fifty-fifty, baby
G
Start paying me what's mine
Bb
On a good day, darling
F
I'm only getting twenty-five
[Chorus]
G
You can't pay me back in sorry
C
Can't pay me back with what you say
G
All those pretty words lose meaning
C
If I'm still lonely the next day
Em
Can't pay me back with breakfast in bed
E/G# Am
Or Sunday matinée
Bb
The only thing that'll settle this debt
F C
Is if you pay me back in change
[Post-Chorus]
Bb
I need you to change
C
Pay me back in change
[Bridge]
C
Pennies, quarters, nickles, dimes
C
Start to add up over time
G E/G# Am Am7/G Am6/F#
The little things are a damn gold mine
F
If you wanna keep me in your life
[Chorus]
G
You can't pay me back in sorry
C
Can't pay me back with what you say
G
All those pretty words lose meaning
C
If I'm still lonely the next day
Em
Can't pay me back with breakfast in bed
E/G# Am
Or Sunday matinée
Bb
The only thing that'll settle this debt
F C
Is if you pay me back in change
How to play "Pay Me Back In Change" by Porter MacKenzie on guitar
- Tuning: Standard tuning.
- Chord Shapes:
C: x32010
G: 320003
Am: x02210
Bb: x13331
F: 133211
Em: 022000
E/G#: 476454 (or simpler version 4x245x)
Am7/G: 302010
Am6/F#: 2x2210
- Strumming Pattern:
Use a pattern of down-down-up-up-down-up, suitable for the song's reflective and
emotional tone.
- Intro & Verse Progression:
The intro and verses primarily use the chord C, transitioning to G at the end of each
line. This simple progression underlines the straightforward message of the lyrics.
- Playing the Verses:
Strum gently to allow the lyrics to stand out, focusing on clear chord changes and
maintaining a steady rhythm to convey the conversational tone of the song.
- Pre-Chorus:
Transition to Am, G, Bb, and F which introduces a change in dynamics, adding depth
and complexity to reflect the emotional buildup of the song.
- Chorus Technique:
The chorus includes chords G, C, Em, E/G#, Am, Bb, and F. Strum these chords with
more intensity to match the emotional escalation of the chorus, emphasizing the
lyrical plea for substantive change.
- Common Mistakes:
- Not cleanly switching between chords, especially from Em to E/G# and Bb to F.
Practice these transitions to ensure smooth playing.
- Losing the tempo during the more emotionally charged chorus. Keep the rhythm
consistent to maintain the song's drive.
- Bridge:
The bridge offers a reflective pause with simpler chords and a focus on the metaphor
of "pennies, quarters, nickels, dimes." Play this part with a contemplative feel,
highlighting the importance of small changes.
- Lyrics Meaning:
The song uses the metaphor of monetary change to discuss the need for genuine
change in a relationship. It emphasizes that superficial gestures are insufficient
and that real, meaningful alterations are necessary for resolution.
Focus on conveying the emotional depth of the song through dynamic changes and
expressive strumming to fully bring out the narrative of seeking substantive change
in a relationship.