Pickup chords
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CAPO: 1st FRET
INTRO:
Am F C G
Am F C G
VERSE:
Am F
Saw a '95 F150 at a stoplight
C G
Looked a lot like yours
Am F C
But it didn't have that learn-to-drive stick shift dent
G
That I put in the door
Am F
Or that Sunshine State sticker on the gate
C G
We'd got in a spring break town
Am F
Damn it's been a minute since I've been in it
C G
Now I'm thinkin' 'bout
CHORUS:
Am
Whose hand's out the window
F C
When the window's dow-own?
G
(Ain't me, ain't me no more)
Am F C
Who's turning up the radio way too lo-oud?
G
(I did when I was yours)
Am F
Who's beer bottle buzzin' on that bench seat
C G
Got you parking lot parking like you're seventeen
Am F C
Whose new perfume is fading mine ou-out?
G N.C.
Who's that pickup picking up?
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G
Who's that pickup (who's that pickup picking up now?)
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G
Who's that pickup picking up now?
VERSE:
Am
Do you keep a hoodie in the backsеat
F
Like you did for me
C G
In case shе gets cold?
Am F
Is my cherry lip gloss still there in your glove box,
C G
Wonder if she knows
Am F
That I was her that summer
C G
Laid back in your shotgun seat
Am F
Ain't gonna lie, yeah sometimes
C G
I still wish it was me
CHORUS:
Am
Whose hand's out the window
F C
When the window's dow-own?
G
(Ain't me, ain't me no more)
Am F C
Who's turning up the radio way too lo-oud?
G
(I did when I was yours)
Am F
Who's beer bottle buzzin' on that bench seat
C G
Got you parking lot parking like you're seventeen
Am F C
Whose new perfume is fading mine ou-out?
G
Who's that pickup picking up?
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G
Who's that pickup (who's that pickup picking up now?)
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G
Who's that pickup picking up now?
BREAK:
F
Who's picking up the phone on a Friday night
Am
When you call saying, "Babe, be ready in 5"
Dm7
When you pull in the drive, who's climbing inside?
F
Making memories with you that could've been mine
CHORUS;
C
Whose hand's out the window
F C G
When the window's down?
Am F C G
Who's turning up the radio way too loud? Oh oh oh oh
Am F
Who's beer bottle buzzin' on that bench seat
C G
Got you parking lot parking like you're seventeen
Am F C
Whose new perfume is fading by now-ow?
G
Who's that pickup picking up?
OUTRO:
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G
Who's that pickup (who's that pickup picking up now?)
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G
Who's that pickup picking up now?
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G
Who's that pickup (who's that pickup picking up now?)
Am F
Who's that pickup picking up now? Yeah
C G C
Who's that pickup picking up now?
How to play "Pickup" by Porter MacKenzie on guitar
- Tuning: Standard tuning with a capo on the 1st fret.
- Chord Shapes:
Am: x02210
F: 133211 (or x33211 for an easier version)
C: x32010
G: 320003
Dm7: xx0211
- Strumming Pattern:
Use a pattern of down-down-up-up-down-up. This strumming pattern suits the upbeat
and reflective nature of the song, providing a driving rhythm that supports the storytelling.
- Intro & Verse Progression:
The song begins with a chord progression of Am, F, C, G repeated twice. This sequence
sets a nostalgic and slightly wistful tone, appropriate for the song’s reflective lyrics.
- Playing the Verses:
Maintain a steady rhythm and focus on clean chord transitions to underscore the story
being told. The transition from Am to F to C to G should be smooth, helping to convey
the seamless flow of memories depicted in the lyrics.
- Chorus Technique:
The chorus also follows the Am, F, C, G progression. Here, intensify your strumming
slightly to match the emotional escalation as the lyrics delve into questions of
who is now sharing the moments once reserved for the singer.
- Common Mistakes:
- Rushing through the chord changes, particularly in the chorus. It’s important to
keep the rhythm steady to allow the narrative and emotional impact of the lyrics
to come through.
- Losing clarity in the F chord, which can be challenging for some players. Consider
using an easier version of the F chord if necessary to maintain smooth play.
- Break:
The break shifts focus, using Dm7 to bring a slight melancholy to the bridge, contrasting
with the previous sections. This chord, along with Am, F, and a powerful lyrical message,
highlights the longing and reflective nature of the song.
- Lyrics Meaning:
"Pickup" explores themes of reminiscence and moving on. The narrative revolves around
seeing a familiar truck and remembering past experiences and emotions associated with it.
The song questions who now occupies the space that the singer once did, capturing a
sense of loss and nostalgia.
This song offers a great opportunity to work on expressing emotional subtleties through
your strumming dynamics and maintaining a consistent rhythm to enhance the storytelling
in your guitar play.