I Had Some Help chords
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[Intro]
F C Am G F C Am G
[Verse 1]
F C Am G F
You got a lot of nerve, don't you, baby?
C Am G F
I only hit the curb 'cause you made me
C Am G F C
You tellin' all your friends that I'm crazy
Am G F C
Like I'm the only one
Am G F C
Why'd you throw the stones if you
Am G F
How do I help, if only two
C Am G F C
Livin' in your big glass house with the view
G
I thought you'd know
[Chorus]
F
I had some help
C Am G F
It ain't like I can make this kind of mess all by myself
C Am G F
Don't act like you ain't help me pull that bottle off the shelf
C Am G F
Been deep in every weekend, if you couldn't tell
C Am
They say, "Teamwork makes the dream work"
G F
Hell, I had some help (Help)
C Am G F C Am G
[Verse 2]
F C Am G F
You thought I'd take the blame for us crawlin'
C Am G F
Go 'round like you ain't guilty or somethin'
C Am G F C
Already lost the game that you've been runnin'
Am G
Guess it's catchin' up to you, huh
F C Am G F
You think that you're so innocent
C Am G F
After all the shit you did
C Am G F
I ain't an angel, you ain't heaven sent
C Am G
Can't wash your hands off this
[Chorus]
F
I had some help
C Am G F
It ain't like I can make this kind of mess all by myself
C Am G F
Don't act like you ain't help me pull that bottle off the shelf
C Am G F
Been deep in every weekend, if you couldn't tell
C Am
They say, "Teamwork makes the dream work"
G F
Hell, I had some help (Help)
C Am G
F
I had some help (Help)
C Am G
[Bridge]
Am G F C
It takes two to break a heart in two, ooh-ooh
Am G F
Baby, you blame me and, baby, I blame you
C
Aw, if that ain't the truth
Oh
[Chorus]
F
I had some help
C Am G F
It ain't like I can make this kind of mess all by myself
C Am G F
Don't act like you ain't help me pull that bottle off the shelf
C Am G F
Been deep in every weekend, if you couldn't tell
C Am
They say, "Teamwork makes the dream work"
G F
Hell, I had some help (Help)
[Outro]
C Am G F C Am G F C Am G F C Am G F
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How to play "I Had Some Help" on guitar
[Intro]
- Chords are F, C, Am, G.
- Strumming: Maintain a consistent down-up strumming pattern.
- Dynamics: Play softly to create a reflecting atmosphere.
[Verse 1.]
- Chords are F, C, Am, G.
- Strumming: Use a steady pattern, emphasizing downstrokes.
- Transition: Work on making seamless transitions between F, C, Am, and G.
- Nuances: Let the chords ring out slightly to heighten the emotional impact.
[Chorus]
- Chords are F, C, Am, G.
- Strumming: Use a dynamic strumming rhythm that includes
accentuated downstrokes.
- Transition: Ensure that the chords shift smoothly.
- Expression: Use tiny pauses and dynamics to emphasize the lyrics.
[Verse 2.]
- Chords are F, C, Am, G.
- Strumming: Return to the steady strumming beat from Verse 1.
- Transition: Make sure the rhythm is seamless and constant.
- Nuances: Adjust the dynamics slightly to keep the verse interesting.
[Chorus]
- Follow the same strategy as the previous chorus.
[Bridge]
- Chords are Am, G, F, C.
- Strumming: Reflect the thoughtful lyrics with a delicate strumming pattern.
- Transition: Concentrate on making smooth adjustments between Am, G, F, and C.
- Expression: Use dynamic shifts to highlight the emotional content.
[Chorus]
- Chords are F, C, Am, G.
- Strumming: Follow a dynamic pattern similar to the previous choruses.
- Transition: Make sure there are smooth transitions between the chords.
- Expression: Highlight the emotional significance of the lyrics.
[Outro]
- Chords are F, C, Am, G.
- Strumming: Finish with a firm, purposeful strum on each chord.
- Dynamics: Allow the final chord to ring out organically for an emotional ending.
[Common Mistakes]
- Rapid transitions between chords, particularly F, C, Am, and G.
- Failure to maintain a constant strumming pattern results in an uneven rhythm.
- Strumming too gently throughout the chorus, which lessens the song's effect.
[Song Facts]
Malone Post's song "I Had Some Help" is about shared obligations and
interpersonal obstacles. The lyrics express contemplation and awareness
of both parties' involvement in their marital dynamics. Malone Post combines
heartfelt lyrics with compelling melodies to produce songs that speak to
listeners on a personal level. "I Had Some Help" exemplifies this technique
by combining meaningful lyrics with unique musical arrangements.