Troubadour chords
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[Inrto]
C Am F C
[Verse]
C
I still feel 25
Am
Most of the time
F C
I still raise a little cain, with the boys
C
Honky Tonks and pretty women
Am
But Lord I'm still right there with them
F C
Singing above the crowd, and the noise
[Chorus]
C
Somtimes I feel like Jesse James
Am
Still tryin' to make a name
F
Knowing nothin's gonna change
C
What I am
C
Was a young troubadour
Am
When I wrote in on a song
F C
I'll be an old troubadour, when I'm gone
C Am F C
[Verse]
C
Say the truth 'bout a mirror
Am
Is that damn old mirror
F C
Don't really tell the whole truth
C
It don't show whats deep inside
Am
Or read between those lines
F C
And it's really no reflection of my youth
[Chorus]
C
Somtimes I feel like Jesse James
Am
Still tryin' to make a name
F
Knowin' nothin's gonna change
C
What I am
C
Was a young troubadour
Am
When I wrote in on a song
F C
I'll be an old troubadour, when I'm gone
[Solo]
e|---------|
A|---------|
D|---------|
G|-0--2--5-|
C (Mandolin Riff) F C
(Mandolin Riff)
e|-0----------0-0--------0-|
A|-3--------3-----3------3-|
D|-2------2---------2----2-|
G|-2----2-------------2--2-|
[Chorus]
C
Was a young troubadour
Am
When I wrote in on a song
F C
I'll be an old troubadour, when I'm gone
C Am F
Mando key: e|-0-| e|-0-| e|-1-|
A|-3-| A|-3-| A|-0-|
D|-2-| D|-2-| D|-3-|
G|-0-| G|-2-| G|-5-|
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How to play "Troubadour" [Chords] on guitar
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Song Overview:
- Key: C major (No capo)
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Difficulty: Beginner
Chords Used:
- C major (x32010)
- Am (x02210)
- F major (133211)
Strumming Pattern:
- Suggested: Down, down-up, up-down-up (DDU UDU)
- Keep the rhythm steady, focusing on smooth chord transitions.
Sections Breakdown:
[Intro]
- Chords: C - Am - F - C
Play the intro lightly to set the reflective mood of the song.
[Verse 1]
- Chords: C - Am - F - C
Focus on transitioning smoothly between C, Am, and F chords.
Keep the rhythm consistent and relaxed.
[Chorus]
- Chords: C - Am - F - C
C - Am - F - C
Build up the intensity slightly during the chorus, but keep it controlled.
[Verse 2]
- Chords: C - Am - F - C
Same progression as Verse 1. Continue with a steady strumming pattern.
[Chorus]
- Chords: C - Am - F - C
C - Am - F - C
Repeat the same progression as the first chorus with similar energy.
[Solo]
- Play the mandolin riff (optional) if you're incorporating mandolin.
Guitar players can continue playing the chord progression C - F - C.
[Chorus]
- Chords: C - Am - F - C
C - Am - F - C
End the song by allowing the final chords to ring out softly.
Common Mistakes:
- Ensure smooth transitions between F and C, as F is a barre chord.
- Maintain a steady tempo during the strumming pattern to avoid rushing.
General Tips:
- Focus on clean chord changes, particularly between Am and F.
- Practice the strumming pattern at a slow pace before increasing speed.
Song Facts:
- "Troubadour" is a song by Midland that reflects on the passage of time and the singer’s career as a musician.
- The song is inspired by the traditional troubadour lifestyle of storytelling and performance.
Song Meaning:
- The song reflects on the journey of life, where despite aging, the passion for music and performing never fades.
Comparisons to Previous Works:
- This song maintains the traditional country vibe that Midland is known for, similar to tracks like "Burn Out" and "Fourteen Gears."
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