Overdrive chords
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[Intro]
C G Dm F
C G Dm F
[Verse 1]
C G Dm F
I spend my nights on overdrive
C G Dm F
I live my life so overtired
C G Dm F
And there's nowhere I can hide
C G Dm F
Now I live my life on overdrive
[Refrain 1]
E F C Cmaj7/B Am
I could be more like him if that's cool to you
Bb F C
I'd do anything to be cool to you
Cmaj7
Cool to you
[Verse 2]
C G Dm F
I spend my nights on overdrive
C G Dm F
I live my life so uninspired
C G Dm F
There ain't no angels in this world
C G Dm F
So I live my life on overdrive
[Refrain 2]
E F C Cmaj7/B Am
I'd remove my tattoos if that's cool to you
Bb F C
I'd do anything to be cool to you
Cmaj7
Cool to you
[Instrumental]
C G Dm F
C G Dm F
C G Dm F
C G Dm F
[Outro]
E F C Cmaj7/B Am
I could end it with her if that's cool to you
Bb F N.C.
I'd do anything to be cool to you
How to play "Overdrive" by Post Malone on guitar
[Intro]
- Chords: C, G, Dm, F (repeated twice).
- C: Ring finger on the third fret of the A string, middle on the
second fret of the D string, and index on the first fret of the B string.
- G: Middle finger on the third fret, low E; index on the second fret, A,
ring and pinky on the third fret, B; and high E.
- Dm: Index on the first fret high E, middle on the second fret G, and
ring on the third fret B.
- F: Index on the first fret B string, middle on the second fret G string,
and ring and pinky on the third frets A and D strings.
- Practice smooth strumming and transitions.
[Verse 1.]
- Chords are: C, G, Dm, F.
- Keep a consistent rhythm with downstrums.
- Concentrate on smooth transitions between chords.
[Refrain 1.]
- Chords: E, F, C, Cmaj7/B, Am, and Bb.
- E: Index on the first fret G string, middle on the second fret A string,
and ring on the second fret D string.
- Cmaj7/B: index on the second fret of the A string and middle
on the first fret of the B string.
- Am: Index on the first fret B string, center on the second fret D
string, and ring on the second fret G string.
- Bb: Index finger, barring the first fret; ring on the third fret of
the D, G, and B strings.
- Strum lightly to increase emotion and tension.
[Verse 2.]
- Chords are: C, G, Dm, F.
- As with verse 1, keep the transitions smooth.
- Concentrate on lyrical rhythm to match strumming.
[Refrain 2.]
- Chords: E, F, C, Cmaj7/B, Am, and Bb.
- Repeat the chord progression and strumming pattern
from Refrain 1.
[Instrumental]
- Chords: C, G, Dm, F (repeated twice).
- Maintain the same strumming pattern and chord progressions
as in the introduction and verses.
[Outro]
- Chords: E, F, C, Cmaj7/B, Am, and Bb.
- Gradually relax your strumming to achieve a mellow fade-out.
- Emphasize the lyrics to complement the outro's introspective tone.
[General Tip:]
- Tuning: Use standard EADGBE tuning.
- Tone: Use a clean tone that complements the song's peaceful vibe.
- Practice: Begin slowly, focusing on smooth chord changes,
then gradually increase tempo.
- Common mistakes: Make sure chord transitions are apparent,
particularly between C, G, and Dm.
Post Malone's song "Overdrive" explores themes of fatigue and seeking
for approval. The lyrics discuss the emotional cost of living a fast-paced life.
Post Malone, born Austin Richard Post, is noted for fusing hip-hop, rock,
and pop. His insightful lyrics and distinctive style have earned him
widespread recognition in modern music.