Before I Knew It chords
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[Verse 1]
D
Yeah I used to be the guy that talked about the guy
Em
I've been turnin' into, ever since I met you
A G D
But I ain't gonna lie, kinda like this table for two
A
With you
D
Yeah, I was driftin' round from town to town
Em
Wasn't ever gonna settle for the settlin' down
A G D
But you turned that around, saw a side of me I never knew
A
Yeah, it's true
[Chorus]
D
Before I knew it, I was holdin' all the doors, holdin' your hand
Em
Gettin' off of work just as fast as I can
A G
Callin' you up, askin' what you're doin'
D
Girl, before I knew it
A D
Before I knew it, I was spendin' my time, spendin' my paycheck
Em
All around you, girl, I gotta say, this
A G
Whole love thing, I thought I'd never do it
D A D
But that's before I knew it, that's before I knew it
[Verse 2]
D
Now, I ain't missing those lonely nights
Em
I found myself another keepin' kind
A. G
Blonde hair, blue eyes, out of the blue
D A
I never saw it comin'
[Chorus]
D
Before I knew it, I was holdin' all the doors, holdin' your hand
Em
Gettin' off of work just as fast as I can
A G
Callin' you up, askin' what you're doin'
D
Girl, before I knew it
A D
Before I knew it, I was spendin' my time, spendin' my paycheck
Em
All around you, girl, I gotta say, this
A G
Whole love thing, I thought I'd never do it
D A D
But that's before I knew it, that's before I knew it
[Bridge]
D
Before I knew I was talkin' 'bout a ring
Em
Talkin' 'bout a house
A G
Thinkin' 'bout things that I never thought about
D A
Who would have knew it?
[Chorus]
D
Before I knew it, I was holdin' all the doors, holdin' your hand
Em
Gettin' off of work just as fast as I can
A G
Callin' you up, askin' what you're doin'
D
Girl, before I knew it
A D
Before I knew it, I was spendin' my time, spendin' my paycheck
Em
All around you, girl, I gotta say, this
A G
Whole love thing, I thought I'd never do it
D A D
But that's before I knew it, that's before I knew it
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How to play "Before I Knew It" by Mason Ramsey [type: Chords] on guitar.
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Song Overview:
- Key: D Major
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Capo: No Capo
- Difficulty Level: Absolute Beginner
Chords Used:
- D (xx0232)
- Em (022000)
- A (x02220)
- G (320003)
Strumming Pattern:
Strumming: 133 bpm (suggested)
- D D D U D (Down, Down, Down, Up, Down)
Keep a steady rhythm throughout the song. Play softly in the verses and
build energy in the chorus.
Sections Breakdown:
- Verse 1:
Chord progression:
D - Em - A - G - D - A
Focus on smooth chord transitions and play with a relaxed strumming
pattern to match the reflective tone of the lyrics.
- Chorus:
Chord progression:
D - Em - A - G - D - A - D
Strum with more intensity during the chorus to match the energetic
feel of the lyrics. Maintain a consistent rhythm throughout.
- Verse 2:
Chord progression:
D - Em - A - G - D - A
Play similarly to Verse 1 with soft strumming. Focus on the transitions
between G and D.
- Chorus:
Repeat the same chord progression as the first chorus, with increased
intensity.
- Bridge:
Chord progression:
D - Em - A - G - D - A
Keep the strumming consistent, and focus on the emotional buildup
towards the final chorus.
- Final Chorus:
Chord progression:
D - Em - A - G - D - A - D
Strum dynamically, maintaining the 133 bpm tempo. Let the intensity build
toward the end of the song.
Common Mistakes:
- Rushing the chord changes. Practice the transitions between D, Em, A,
and G to ensure smoothness.
- Strumming too hard during the verses. Keep it light for contrast with
the chorus.
General Tips:
- Use a metronome set to 133 bpm to stay in time.
- Focus on dynamics—play softly during the verses and build energy in
the chorus.
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