How Could I Not chords
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Capo on the second fret
[Intro]
C Am F G
[Verse 1]
C Am
If you said there's a good old country band
Playin' down on the west end
F
You say you wanna go, just us, no, don't bring
G
your best friends
C Am
Well, I said give me five to get ready
Then your house is where I'll be headed
F G
I'll pick you up with a playlist, ready to rock
[Chorus]
C
Well, how could I not, knock, knock, baby,
Am
knock on your door?
F
Help you hop up right in my Ford?
G
Can't afford to miss one minute with you
C
Oh baby, how could I not
Am
Wanna show you off on the town?
F
Wanna hold you, spin you around?
G
Anywhere with you would be hard to top
C
So, how could I not?
[Verse 2]
C
Wanna ditch my plans
Am
Come hold your hand, and spend all afternoon
F G
Yeah, there ain't no question if you're asking
what I'd rather do
C Am
'Cause anytime I know I'm gonna get to see your
baby blues
F G
Yeah, that's always an easy choice, the truth
[Chorus]
C
Well, how could I not, knock, knock, baby,
Am
knock on your door?
F
Help you hop up right in my Ford?
G
Can't afford to miss one minute with you
C
Oh baby, how could I not
Am
Wanna show you off on the town?
F
Wanna hold you, spin you around?
G
Anywhere with you would be hard to top
C
So, how could I not?
[Post-Chorus]
Am
Ooh, ooh
F
How could I not?
G
Ooh, ooh
How could I not?
[Bridge]
C Am
Knock, knock, baby, knock on your door?
F G
Girl, you're always leaving me wantin' more
[Chorus]
C
So, how could I not, knock, knock, baby,
Am
knock on your door?
F
Help you hop up right in my Ford?
G
Can't afford to miss one minute with you
C
Oh baby, how could I not
Am
Wanna show you off on the town?
F
Wanna hold you, spin you around?
G
Anywhere with you would be hard to top
C
So, how could I not?
[Post-Chorus]
Am
Ooh, ooh
F
How could I not?
G
Ooh, ooh
C
How could I not?
Am
Ooh, ooh
F
How could I not?
G
Ooh, ooh
How to play "How Could I Not" by Mason Ramsey [type: Chords] on guitar with capo on 2nd fret.
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Song Overview:
- Key: C Major (played with capo on 2nd fret)
- Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)
- Capo: 2nd fret
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
Chords Used (relative to capo):
- C (x32010)
- Am (x02210)
- F (133211) or easier version (x33210)
- G (320003)
Strumming Pattern:
- D D U U D U (Down, Down, Up, Up, Down, Up)
Keep the rhythm steady and light during the verses and build energy during the chorus.
Sections Breakdown:
- Intro:
Chord progression: C - Am - F - G
Start with moderate strumming to set the mood.
- Verse 1:
Chord progression:
C - Am - F - G
Play softly to allow the lyrics to stand out. Focus on smooth transitions between the chords.
- Chorus:
Chord progression:
C - Am - F - G
Strum with more intensity in the chorus. Keep the rhythm steady and upbeat.
- Verse 2:
Chord progression:
C - Am - F - G
Play similarly to Verse 1 with soft strumming and focus on clean chord changes.
- Chorus:
Repeat the same chord progression as the first chorus. Increase intensity for more dynamic energy.
- Post-Chorus:
Chord progression:
Am - F - G
Strum lightly to let the "Ooh, ooh" vocal stand out.
- Bridge:
Chord progression:
C - Am - F - G
Play gently, allowing space for the lyrics to breathe.
- Final Chorus:
Chord progression:
C - Am - F - G
Play with more energy and dynamics, leading to the song's conclusion.
- Outro:
Chord progression:
Am - F - G - C
End with soft single strums for a smooth and reflective close.
Common Mistakes:
- Rushing the transitions between chords, especially F and G. Practice them slowly to ensure smoothness.
- Strumming too hard during the verses. Keep it light to reflect the relaxed tone.
General Tips:
- If the F barre chord is difficult, use the easier version (x33210) to maintain smooth transitions.
- Focus on dynamics—play softly during the verses and increase intensity in the chorus to create contrast.
- Practice with a metronome to stay in time and ensure consistent rhythm throughout the song.