Capo 1st fret
[Intro]
A C#m A C#m
[Verse 1]
A C#m
Dinner with friends in cities where none of us live
A C#m
The face that somebody makes when you give 'em a gift
D A E
Every once in a while when I wake up early without tryin’ and catch a sunrise
[Verse 2]
A C#m
The feeling you feel when you're looking at something you made
A C#m
The layers and ruffles in my favorite pink champagne cake
D
My home state of Texas
A
The sky there, the horses and dogs
E
But none of their laws
[Chorus]
Fmaj7
Thе shape of his eyes
Em
Thе shape of his nose
Fmaj7
The cute way he mispronounces certain words
Em
The smell of his clothes
Fmaj7
The things I would miss
Em
From the other side
D
Mm
[Verse 3]
A C#m
Intimate convos that go way into the night
A C#m
The way that the sun on my floor makes a pattern of light
D A E
And early in June, when the fireflies first start to glow, it never gets old
[Out-Chorus]
Fmaj7
The shape of his heart
Em
And my shoes by his door
Fmaj7 Em
He loves me in all of the ways that I've never felt love before
Fmaj7
Things I would miss
Em
From the other side
D F
Mm
D F
Mm
D
Mm
"Dinner With Friends" by Kacey Musgraves unfolds with a reflective and
intimate narrative, beautifully capturing the small yet profound moments
that make life meaningful. The use of a capo on the 1st fret allows the
song to be played in a key that suits the vocal range while maintaining
comfortable chord shapes. Here’s a guide to playing the song, focusing
on its chord progressions and the tender moments it portrays.
Capo: 1st Fret
Intro
The song opens with a soothing sequence of A and C#m, setting a
contemplative mood.
Intro progression:
A C#m A C#m
Verse 1
Verse 1 introduces vivid imagery through the lyrics, accompanied
by the chords A and C#m, transitioning to D, then back to A and E.
This progression captures the song's reflective nature, emphasizing
the beauty in ordinary moments.
Verse 1 progression:
A C#m (Dinner with friends in cities where none of us live)
D A E (Every once in a while when I wake up early)
Verse 2
The second verse continues to weave the narrative with the same chord
pattern, highlighting the cherished memories and personal reflections.
Verse 2 progression:
A C#m (The feeling you feel when you're looking at something you made)
D A E (But none of their laws)
Chorus
The chorus shifts to a heartfelt enumeration of beloved details, moving
through Fmaj7 and Em, then concluding with D. This shift in chords
underscores the song's emotional depth, focusing on the intimate details
that define love and connection.
Chorus progression:
Fmaj7 Em (The shape of his eyes, the shape of his nose)
D (Mm)
Verse 3
Verse 3 mirrors the chord progression of the previous verses, further
exploring the theme of appreciating life's fleeting moments.
Verse 3 progression:
A C#m (Intimate convos that go way into the night)
D A E (And early in June, when the fireflies first start to glow)
Out-Chorus
The out-chorus elaborates on the chorus's themes, using the same progression
of Fmaj7, Em, and D, but adds an emotional depth by reflecting on the essence
of being loved in a way that feels new and profound.
Out-Chorus progression:
Fmaj7 Em (The shape of his heart, and my shoes by his door)
D F D F D (Mm)
Playing Tips
- Emphasize the emotive quality of the lyrics with your playing dynamics,
allowing the chord transitions to flow smoothly and reflectively.
- The Fmaj7 and Em chords in the chorus and out-chorus offer a lush sound
that complements the song's intimate and heartfelt lyrics. Let these chords
resonate to highlight the song's emotional depth.
- Pay attention to the tempo and rhythm, keeping a steady, gentle pace that
matches the song's reflective nature.
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