Hateful chords
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[Verse 1]
Em D
You're worse than cigarettes, you light a fire
Am
Got me coughin' out my heart
Em D
Yeah, you're the type to try to throw my ass in jail
Am
Just because I was alive
[Pre-Chorus]
Em D
Honey, you ain't no angel, you know lovin' is fatal
Am
You get off on betrayal, I guess we are the same though
Em D
We could've taken this shit all the way to Mars
Am
If we just played our parts, but
[Chorus]
Em D
Love is fuckin' hateful, hateful
Am
Why is it you want me dead?
Em D
Callin' me unfaithful, 'faithful
Am
But you know who you dealin' with
Em D
How am I supposed to lay low, lay low
Am
When things are so beyond repair?
Em D Am
Love is fuckin' hateful, hateful, to say
[Verse 2]
Em D
You should know that she was just another face
Am
I was tryna get a taste
Em
Put yourself inside my shoes
D Am
Don't you say, "I need you to give me space"
[Pre-Chorus]
Em D
Honey, you ain't no angel, you know lovin' is fatal
Am
You get off on betrayal, I guess we are the same though
Em D
Maybe shit would be a little different, babe
Am
If I kept my ass in place, but
[Chorus]
Em D
Love is fuckin' hateful, hateful
Am
Why is it you want me dead?
Em D
Callin' me unfaithful, 'faithful
Am
But you know who you dealin' with
Em D
How am I supposed to lay low, lay low
Am
When things are so beyond repair?
Em D Am
Love is fuckin' hateful, hateful, to say
[Bridge]
Em D Am
You said that I can't hold you, I can't hold you down
Em D Am
Yeah, always live in overdrive and then it's over
Em D Am Em
You said that you can't hold me, you can't hold me down
D Am
You said
[Chorus]
Em D
Love is fuckin' hateful, hateful
Am
Why is it you want me dead?
Em D
Callin' me unfaithful, 'faithful
Am
But you know who you dealin' with
Em D
How am I supposed to lay low, lay low
Am
When things are so beyond repair?
Em D Am
Love is fuckin' hateful, hateful, to say
How to play "Hateful" by Post Malone on guitar
Playing Style: This song uses open chords with a steady strumming pattern to
convey its intense emotion.
[Verse 1]
- Chords: Em, D, Am. Start with a gentle strumming pattern to set the tone.
- Em to D: Transition smoothly by moving your fingers accurately.
- D to Am: Keep your fingers close to the fretboard for precise placement.
[Pre-Chorus]
- Chords: Em, D, Am. Continue with the established strumming pattern.
- Em to D: Maintain fluid transitions to keep the rhythm consistent.
- D to Am: Focus on smooth movement between chords.
[Chorus]
- Chords: Em, D, Am. Use a consistent down-up strumming pattern.
- Em to D: Make seamless transitions to keep the rhythm steady.
- D to Am: Ensure all notes are clearly heard by pressing firmly.
[Verse 2]
- Chords: Em, D, Am. Continue with the established strumming pattern.
- Em to D: Maintain smooth transitions.
- D to Am: Accurate finger placement is crucial.
[Pre-Chorus]
- Repeat the chord progression and strumming pattern as before.
- Emphasize the downbeats to enhance the song's dynamics.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the chord progression and strumming pattern as before.
- Maintain rhythm and dynamics.
[Bridge]
- Chords: Em, D, Am. Use a softer strumming pattern to create a contrast.
- Em to D: Focus on clear transitions.
- D to Am: Ensure each note rings clearly.
- Em to D: Smooth transitions to keep the song's flow.
- D to Am: Keep the rhythm steady.
[Chorus]
- Repeat the chord progression and strumming pattern as before.
- Maintain rhythm and dynamics.
Common Mistakes:
- Not pressing firmly enough on the chords, resulting in subdued sounds.
- Moving too slowly between chords, disturbing the rhythm.
- Inconsistent strumming patterns disrupt the song's flow.
Song Facts:
Post Malone's "Hateful" explores themes of love, betrayal, and emotional turmoil.
The lyrics address the negative sides of relationships and the associated agony.
Post Malone's real and honest music reflects the intensity of love and grief.
This song stands out due to its tragic lyrics and enticing music.