He Made Me Do It chords
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[Intro]
Am E Am E
Do you solemnly swear to tell the truth, the whole truth,
Am E Am
and nothin' but the truth, so help you God?
[Verse]
Em Am E7
He made me do it
Am E7 Am E7
I took my red bottom heel and I threw it
Am E7 Am Em Am
He 'bout lost his eye, I 'bout lost my miiiiiind
E Am E7 Am E
Puttin' up with his liiiiiies
[Chorus]
F C
And my daddy woulda killed him
Am G
Mama woulda dug the grave
F C
If they knew what he was doin'
Am G
Runnin' 'round with what's-her-name
F C
I'm not askin' for forgiveness
Am G
I don't need to beat the charge
F C G
But believe me, he's still breathin', hmm
N.C. Am Em Am E7
Your honor, he got off easy
Am Em7 Am
[Verse]
Em Am E
He made me do it
Am E7 Am E7
Yup, that shattered glass, spray paint, lit it on fire, he's stupid
Am E7 Am E Am
For thinkin' he could just come home and put his lips on miiiiiine
E7 Am Em Am E
After bein' with her all niiiiiight
[Chorus]
F C
And my daddy woulda killed him
Am G
Mama woulda dug the grave
F C
If they knew what he was doin'
Am G
Runnin' 'round with what's-her-name
F C
I'm not askin' for forgiveness
Am G
I don't need to beat the charge
F C G
But believe me, he's still breathin'
N.C. Am E Am E7 Am E Am
Your honor, he got off easy
[Break]
Em Am E Am
Love makes you crazy, so do cheatin' men
E7 Am E7 Am
He made me do it, and I'd do it again
Em Am E Am
Love makes you crazy, so do cheatin' men
E Am E7 Am
He made me do it, and I'd do it again
Em Am E7 Am
Love makes you crazy, so do cheatin' men
E Am E7 Am
He made me do it, and I'd do it again
Em
Again and again
[Chorus]
F C
And my daddy woulda killed him
Am G
Mama woulda dug the grave
F C
If they knew what he was doin'
Am G
Runnin' 'round with what's-her-name
F C
I'm not askin' for forgiveness
Am G
I don't need to beat the charge
F C G
But believe me, he's still breathin'
N.C. Am E Am E
Your honor, he got off easy
[Outro]
Am E Am E7
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ah
Am E7 Am E
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ah
Am E Am E
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ah
Am E Am E
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ah
Am Em Am
He made me do it
Em Am
And I'd do it again
How to play "He Made Me Do It" on guitar by Megan Moroney
[General Tips:]
Tuning: Standard tuning (E A D G B e).
Tone: Set your guitar for a gritty, bluesy tone to match the intense, defiant mood
of the song. Using an acoustic guitar with a bit of reverb or an electric guitar
on a clean setting with slight distortion can enhance this effect.
[Intro & Verse Chords:]
- Start with an Am to E progression, which sets a dramatic, intense tone for the
narrative to unfold.
- Use a strong downstroke strumming pattern for emphasis on the accusatory and
defensive lyrics in the verses.
Chord Transition Tips:
- Transitioning between Am and E7, keep your index finger on the first fret, third
string (G) as a pivot point to smooth the shift.
- Moving from E to Am, utilize a quick finger switch while maintaining rhythm and
temporal accuracy.
[Chorus Dynamics:]
- The chorus incorporates chords F, C, Am, and G, building a narrative crescendo.
Increase the strumming intensity here to drive home the emotional stakes of the lyrics.
- Emphasize the transition into the chorus with a slightly louder strum or a pause
before "And my daddy woulda killed him," highlighting the gravity of the statement.
[Break Technique:]
- The break reiterates the theme with a mix of Am, E, and E7. This section should be
played with a slightly relaxed strumming pattern to reflect the reflective yet firm
stance of the lyrics.
- Consider varying the strumming dynamics to emphasize "He made me do it, and I'd do it again,"
portraying a resolve and repeated assertion.
[Common Mistakes:]
- Avoid losing the rhythmic flow between chord transitions; keep the tempo steady, especially
during the emotionally charged chorus and break.
- Be cautious not to overpower the vocals with overly aggressive guitar playing; balance is key
to delivering the song's message effectively.
[Song Facts:]
"He Made Me Do It" by Megan Moroney explores themes of reaction and retribution within a
relationship context, using a courtroom metaphor to dramatize the narrative. The song's
lyrics convey a blend of defiance and justified response to betrayal, framed within a
confessional and confrontational dialogue.
[Megan Moroney Biography:]
Megan Moroney's music often delves into personal stories and emotional experiences, blending
country with elements of pop and blues. Her songs are marked by strong narratives and vivid
lyrics that engage listeners and evoke strong emotional responses.