[Intro]
G G Em Em
[Verse]
G
Mama I'm callin'
I've got some news
Em
Don't cha tell daddy
He'll blow a fuse
Am C
Don't worry I'm doing okay
[Verse]
G
I know you raised me
To know right from wrong
Em
It ain't whatcha think
And I'm still writin' songs
Am C
Just never thought I'd see the day
Am G C
I've never felt this way
[Chorus]
G
I met somebody
D
And he's got blue eyes
Em
He opens the door
C
And he don't make me cry
G
He ain't from where we're from
D
But he feels like home
Em7 Em C
And he's got me doing things I've never done
Am C
In Georgia they call it a sin
Am D G G
I'm wearing Tennessee orange for him
[Verse]
G
Took me to Knoxville last Saturday
Em
And I wore the hat on his dash to the game
Am C
Sure wasn't Athens but I
Am G C
Fell for him under those Neyland lights
[Chorus]
G
I met somebody
D
And he's got blue eyes
Em
He opens the door
C
And he don't make me cry
G
He ain't from where we're from
D
But he feels like home
Em7 Em C
And he's got me doing things I've never done
Am C
In Georgia they call it a sin
Am7 D G
I'm wearing Tennessee orange for him
[Instrumental/Solo]
G D Em C
G D Em C
[Break]
G
Mama forgive me
D
I like him a lot
Em C
Hell I'm learning the words to Ole Rocky Top
G D
And he's got a smile that makes me forget
Em C
I've always looked better in red
[Chorus]
G
But I met somebody
D
And he's got blue eyes
Em
He opens the door
C
And he don't make me cry
G
He ain't from where we're from
D
But he feels like home
Em7 Em C
Yeah, he's got me doing things I've never done
[Chorus]
G
I met somebody
D
And he's got blue eyes
Em
He opens the door
C
And he don't make me cry
G
He ain't from where we're from
D
But he feels like home
Em7 Em C
And he's got me doing things I've never done
Am C
In Georgia they call it a sin
Am G C
And I still want the Dawgs to win
[Outro]
Am D G G D
But I'm wearing Tennessee orange for him
Em C D G
I'm wearing Tennessee orange for him
How to play "Tennessee Orange" on guitar
[Intro and Verse Strumming]
- The intro and verses use a simple progression of G and Em.
Use a steady, rhythmic strumming pattern, mainly downstrokes
to emphasize the reflective tone of the lyrics.
- Maintain this pattern to support the storytelling in the
verses, where the melody and lyrics take center stage.
[Chorus Dynamics]
- The chorus introduces D and C chords along with G and Em.
Here, switch to a more dynamic strumming pattern with a mix
of down and up strokes to lift the emotional impact.
- Pay attention to the lyrical message about change and
emotional revelation, making sure the transitions between
chords are smooth and maintain the song's flow.
[Bridge and Solo]
- In the bridge, the tone becomes more introspective. Adjust
your strumming to be softer, allowing the narrative of
personal transformation to resonate.
- The instrumental solo follows the chord pattern G, D, Em, C.
Keep the rhythm consistent but feel free to add slight
embellishments to reflect the solo's melodic line.
[Outro]
- The outro revisits the main theme of the chorus. Continue
with the mixed strumming pattern, gradually winding down to
the final chords to give a reflective ending to the song.
Common mistakes:
- Losing the rhythm during the chorus. Keep the strumming
consistent to ensure the emotional delivery is powerful.
- Not adjusting the dynamics between verse, chorus, and bridge.
Each section should feel distinct in terms of strumming
intensity and emotional delivery.
Song Facts and Artist Bio:
"Tennessee Orange" by Megan Moroney is a song that tells a
story of cultural and personal change through the lens of
romantic influence. The lyrics playfully yet poignantly discuss
the impact of love transcending traditional rivalries,
symbolized by the shift from Georgia red to Tennessee orange.
Megan Moroney's music often touches on themes of identity,
love, and transformation, resonating with a wide audience
through her candid storytelling and melodic sensibility.
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