Zach Bryan - Memphis; The Blues Chords

[Intro]
 
Asus2 Asus2 E B
Asus2 Asus2 E B
 
[Verse 1]
 
A                                                     E              B
Rain started fallin' on the roof that mornin', it was early summertime
          A                            E                    B
We fogged up the rear window of my '67 three-hundred, in-line
   A                                                    E                 B
My lungs have been hurtin' and it’s likely my liver has taken a lickin' too
     A                                  E                  B
Them Beale Street boys are handy with a clap on four and two
    A                                E                 B
The thrill is gone so slow and easy, won't you love me tender?
    A                              E              B
The way you move’s a drug and I am on a life-long bender
   A                                 E                 B
So rest them tired eyes and let your dress fall to the ground
          A                       E            B
We're the only onеs left who love Otis in this town
 
[Chorus]
    A           B           E    E
I need you like Mеmphis the blues
    A           B           E    E
I need you like Memphis the blues
 
[Guitar Solo]
 
Asus2 Asus2 E B
Asus2 Asus2 E B
 
[Verse 2]
 
A                                          E                 B
Cracked up skies tried on a couple lives to find the one that fit
A                                                   E              B
Cold wind comin’ and the heat quit runnin', but you keep my candle lit
A                                               E                       B
Pictures on the wall say it all with the kind-a-conviction make a river burn
          A                                                 E               B
You got a skeleton key on a chain around your neck, I got a chain around my heart
A                                                      E                    B
Church bells ringing in the air down the hill from the house where you were born
       A                                                         E                 B
I said baby don't you think we aught to live a little bit before Gabriel blows his horn
 
[Chorus]
    A           B           E    E
I need you like Memphis the blues
    A           B           E    E
I need you like Memphis the blues
 
[Guitar Solo]
 
C#m C#m E B
A A E B
A A E B
A A E B
 
[Chorus]
    A           B           E    E
I need you like Memphis the blues
    A           B           E    E
I need you like Memphis the blues
    A           B           E    E
I need you like Memphis the blues
    A           B*          E*
I need you like Memphis the blues





How to play "Memphis; The Blues" on guitar

[Intro]
- Chords: Asus 2, E, B
- Strumming: Begin with downstrokes to develop a steady, calm beat.
- Nuances: Allow the transitions between chords to ring out.

[Verse One]
- Chords: A, E, and B
- Strumming: Use downstrokes to create a reflecting, continuous tone.
- Nuances: Let the chords shine through, especially on the last words of
your lines, "you" and "tender."
- Focus: To highlight the story, provide space between chord changes.

[Chorus]
- Chords: A, B, and E
- Strumming: Alternate between up and down strokes to provide dynamism.
It is important to highlight the negative.
- Nuances: Capture the chorus's emotional depth. Strum harder for "I need you
like Memphis the Blues."

[Solo Guitar]
- Chords: Asus 2, E, B
- Strumming: Keep a consistent rhythm like the verse and chorus.
- Nuances: Use this portion to demonstrate your playing while remaining
consistent with the song's atmosphere.

[Verse Two]
- Chords: A, E, and B
- Strumming: Use downstrokes in a continuous pace, like in Verse 1.
- Nuances: Emphasize the story. For introspective lines, use softer strums;
for forceful parts, use stronger strums.

[Chorus] - Follow the same steps as in the first chorus.

[Solo Guitar]
- Chords: C#m, E, B, A
- Strumming: Maintain a consistent rhythm, like in prior solos.
- Nuances: Use this passage to build up the intensity before the final chorus.

[Chorus]
- Chords: A,B,E
- Strumming: Add dynamism by alternating between down and up strokes.
The downbeat should be emphasized.
- Nuances: Concentrate on storytelling. Allow the chords to reflect the emotional
ups and downs portrayed in the lyrics.

Common faults include:
- Rushing through chord changes. Concentrate on making smooth,
methodical transitions.
- Not altering strumming intensity, which is essential for conveying the song's emotion.
- Neglecting the poetic flow, which is essential in Zach Bryan's tale.

Details about the song and the artist:
"Memphis; The Blues" explores topics like as love, longing, and the passing of time. 
The song's lyrics address emotional turmoil and the need for connection. 
Zach Bryan, a rising country performer, is recognized for his honest storytelling and
natural sound. His music resonates emotionally with listeners, frequently drawing
on personal experiences.