Lone Star State Of Mind chords
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Capo 3rd fret
[Intro]
G D Bm A G D A
[Verse 1]
G
Y'all come back now
D
That's what the sign said
Bm
But it's been too long
A
I ain't been back yet
G D
I don't wanna find out
A
You movin' on since I been gone
G D
We were better in a memory
Bm A
Maybe the best of me is still in Abilene
G D
You said that I'd forget you
A
But you were wrong
[Chorus]
G D
I'm in a Lone Star state of mind
G D
Blue as an Amarillo sky
G Bm
I must've made the Red River rise
A
Cryin' all the way to the other side
G D
And I got a good thing in Tennessee
G D
But there'll always be a part of me
G Bm
That never made it 'cross the state line
A G D Bm A G D A
Oh, I'm in a Lone Star state of mind
[Verse 2]
G D
Our little hometown couldn't hold me
Bm A
And then I lost you chasing my dreams
G D
I guess everything's bigger in Texas
A
Even all of my regrets
[Chorus]
G D
I'm in a Lone Star state of mind
G D
Blue as an Amarillo sky
G Bm
I must've made the Red River rise
A
Cryin' all the way to the other side
G D
And I got a good thing in Tennessee
G D
But there'll always be a part of me
G Bm
That never made it 'cross the state line
A Gmaj7 A
Oh, I'm in a Lone Star state of mind
[Bridge]
Gmaj7 A
And all these lonely miles between us
Gmaj7 A
And just as many lonely days
Gmaj7 A
Lord we both had our good reasons
Gmaj7 A
And I know you just had to stay
[Chorus]
G D
Now I'm in a Lone Star state of mind
G D
Blue as an Amarillo sky
G Bm
I must've made the Red River rise
A
Cryin' all the way to the other side
G D
And I got a good thing in Tennessee
G D
But there'll always be a part of me
G Bm
That never made it 'cross the state line
A G D Bm
Oh, I'm in a Lone Star state of mind
A G D
In a Lone Star state of mind
A G D
I'm in a Lone Star state of mind
[Outro]
Bm A G D A
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How to play "Lone Star State of Mind" [Chords] on guitar
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Song Overview:
- Key: F (Capo 3rd fret, sounds in F)
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Tempo: 66 bpm
Chords Used:
- G major (320003)
- D major (xx0232)
- Bm (x24432)
- A major (x02220)
- Gmaj7 (320002)
Strumming Pattern:
- Suggested: Down, down-up, up-down-up (DDU UDU)
- Slow and steady strumming to match the 66 bpm tempo.
Sections Breakdown:
[Intro]
- Chords: G - D - Bm - A - G - D - A
Play each chord softly to set the calm mood.
[Verse 1]
- Chords: G - D - Bm - A
G - D - A
Focus on clean transitions, especially from Bm to A.
[Chorus]
- Chords: G - D - G - D
G - Bm - A
G - D - G - D
G - Bm - A
Build intensity as you move into the chorus, but stay relaxed.
[Verse 2]
- Same chords as Verse 1: G - D - Bm - A
G - D - A
Keep the rhythm smooth with light strumming.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the same chords as the first chorus, maintaining energy.
[Bridge]
- Chords: Gmaj7 - A (x4)
Let Gmaj7 ring softly before transitioning to A.
[Chorus]
- Same chords: G - D - G - D
G - Bm - A
G - D - G - D
G - Bm - A
This chorus should have more energy than the previous ones.
[Outro]
- Chords: Bm - A - G - D - A
End softly, letting each chord ring out.
Common Mistakes:
- Ensure smooth transitions between G, D, Bm, and A chords.
- Stay consistent with the slow strumming pattern to avoid rushing.
General Tips:
- Use a capo on the 3rd fret to match the original key.
- Practice Bm for clean finger placement.
- Focus on dynamic changes between verses and choruses.
Song Facts:
- Released by Midland in 2024 from their album *Barely Blue*.
- The song reflects on lost love and longing for Texas.
- Midland blends modern country with traditional influences.
Song Meaning:
- "Lone Star State of Mind" is about missing a place and a person left behind,
and reflecting on those memories.
Comparisons to Previous Works:
- Similar to songs like "Burn Out," it maintains a classic country feel
while exploring personal themes.
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