WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Noah Kahan - Cowboys Cry Too Chords | Version #1
[Intro]
Em D/F# G C
Em D/F# G C
Mm
[Verse 1]
Em D/F# G C
He's as tough as the tattoos up his right arm
Em D/F# G C
And I've talked him down from getting in a fight or two
Em D/F# G C
He stands his ground, he's as stubborn as the weeds in the backyard
Em D/F# G C
'Cause growing up, he had to go where the wind blew
Em D/F# G C
He hides his heart and hurt, guess he kinda had to
Em D/F# G C
And a world that says, "Saddle up and be a man"
Em D/F# G C
When the sun goes down and his hazel eyes go blue
Em D/F# G C
That's when I understand
[Chorus]
G C
Cowboys cry too
Em7 D/F# C
They may not let 'em fall down in their hometown thinkin' they still got sh*t to prove
G C
That well runs deep
Em7 D/F# C
But when he's showin' his skin, lettin' mе in, that's when he's toughest to mе
Am7 D C Am7 G
I never knew cowboys cry too
[Verse 2]
Em D/F# G C
I grew up wishing I could close off the way my dad did
Em D/F# G C
'Cause that man never felt a damn thing he didn't wanna feel
Em D/F# G C
But I've burned too many miles tryna ride out all the sadness
Em D/F# G C
But you can't outdrive pain, someday it's gonna take the wheel
Em D/F# G C
Can't be alone, but don't wanna get close to anybody
Em D/F# G C
Don't wanna bare teeth, but don't wanna look weak, it's a tough spot
Em D/F# G C
But I'm afraid you'll walk away when the tears start runnin'
Em D/F# G C
But I hope not
[Chorus]
G C
'Cause cowboys cry too
Em7 D/F# C
They may not let 'em fall down in their hometown thinkin' they still got sh*t to prove
G C
That well runs deep
Em7 D/F# C
But when he's showin' his skin, lettin' mе in, that's when he's toughest to mе
Am7 D C Am7 G
I never knew cowboys cry too
[Guitar Solo]
Em7 D/F# G C Em7 D/F# G C
[Bridge]
C
Blame it on their fathers
G/B
The ones that said they'd stay
Am C
Or blame it on the songs that tell you they all ride away
D
But mine ain't that way
D
I an't that way
[Out-Chorus]
G C
Cowboys cry too
Em7 D/F# C
They may not let 'em fall down in their hometown thinkin' they still got sh*t to prove
N.C. C
That well runs deep
Em7 D/F# C
But when he's showin' his skin, lettin' mе in, that's when he's toughest to mе
Am7 D C Am7 G
I never knew cowboys cry too
C G C
Mm
How to play "Cowboys Cry Too" by Noah Kahan on guitar
[Intro]
- Chords: Em, D/F#, G, C.
- Strum each chord gently, allowing the notes to be heard clearly.
- For the introduction, go through the process twice.
[Verse One]
- Em D/F#G C
- Strum in a steady, relaxing manner.
- Use more downstrokes to emphasize the narrative tone.
- Concentrate on smooth chord transitions, particularly between D/F# and G.
[Chorus]
- G C EM7 D/F# C
- Strumming with increased vigor, employing both down and up strokes.
- Highlight the first beat of each measure to reflect the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
- Practice switching from G to C and Em7 to D/F# to guarantee a smooth transition.
[Verse 2]:
- Use the same chord sequence and strumming pattern as in Verse 1.
- Vary the strumming dynamics to fit the lyrics and emphasize narrative.
[Guitar solo]
- Em7 D/F# G C (repeat this progression twice)
- Strum the chords gently to let the solo stand out.
- To support the solo melody, maintain a consistent rhythm.
[bridge] - C To produce an introspective mood, use a milder strumming pattern
(G/B/Am/C/D).
To keep the flow fluid, practice transitioning from C to G/B and Am to C.
[Out-Chorus]
- G C EM7 D/F# C Am7 d C Am7 g C
- Return to the more intense strumming pattern from the main chorus.
- Use more powerful downstrokes to emphasize the song's emotional apex.
[Common Errors]
- Make sure you play the D/F# chord accurately, as it is easy to misplace fingers.
- Don't rush through chord transitions; instead, take your time and produce smooth shifts.
- Strumming consistently throughout the song will keep the rhythm stable.
[General Suggestions]
- Tuning: Confirm that your guitar is in standard tuning (EADGBE).
- Tone: To improve clarity, use your amplifier's clean preset.
- Begin practicing the song gently, focusing on correctness before raising the tempo.
[Facts about the Song]
Noah Kahan's "Cowboys Cry Too" explores the internal challenges and vulnerabilities
of tough-talking outer characters. The lyrics tackle issues like as masculinity, emotional
expression, and the complexities of human emotions. Noah Kahan, a singer-songwriter
from Vermont, is well-known for his introspective lyrics and folk-influenced sound.
His music frequently draws on personal experiences as well as universal themes
such as love, sorrow, and self-discovery.