Zach Bryan - Sandpaper Chords

[Verse 1]
E
The shape you take when you lay like that
                                 A
Reminds me of a love I've never had
    E
If loving's wrong then what's a boy to do?
                                                    A
I ain't scared of death, but, I'm scared of losing you
           E
You ain't out of my league, you're out of this planet
                                            A
But dammit if you ain't drilled inside my skull
 
[Chorus]
       C#m               B                  A
Take a trip uptown, to clear you out of my mind
             C#m           B              A
You're like sandpaper the more I try you bind
 C#m          B          A          E
Winter was a drag but spring was a friend
  C#m                 B           A     E
I love you till the summer comes back again
 C#m           B         A        E
They've been trying to smooth me down
    C#m     B      A      E
For twenty-seven seasons now
 C#m     B       A
Twenty-Seventh season
 
[Verse 2]
E
When I close my eyes I think of times
                                      A
I could smell and hear, that northern thunder
 E                                             A
Every kind has its time to uphold the day of younger
E
I'll be still at the cutting mill
                                     A
Makin' me a roof that you can hide under
 
[Chorus]
       C#m               B                  A
Take a trip uptown, to clear you out of my mind
             C#m           B              A
You're like sandpaper the more I try you bind
 C#m          B          A          E
Winter was a drag but spring was a friend
  C#m                 B           A     E
I love you till the summer comes back again
 C#m           B         A        E
They've been trying to smooth me down
    C#m     B      A      E
For twenty-seven seasons now
 C#m     B       A
Twenty-Seventh season
 
[Break]
E E E A
E E E A
 
[Chorus]
       C#m               B                  A
Take a trip uptown, to clear you out of my mind
             C#m           B              A
You're like sandpaper the more I try you bind
 C#m          B          A          E
Winter was a drag but spring was a friend
  C#m                 B           A     E
I love you till the summer comes back again
 C#m           B         A        E
They've been trying to smooth me down
    C#m     B      A      E
For twenty-seven seasons now 
    C#m     B      A     E
For twenty-seven season now
     C#m     B      A     E
For twenty-seven seasons now
      C#m     B      A    E
For twenty-seven seasons now






How to play "Sandpaper" on guitar

[Verse 1.]
- Chords: E and A
- Strumming: Begin with downstrokes to achieve a steady, reflecting feel.
- Nuances: Highlight the transition from E to A, allowing the chords to ring out.
- Focus: Create space between the chords to highlight the lyrical substance.

[Chorus]
- Chords are C#m, B, A, E.
- Strumming: Use both down and up strokes to enhance dynamism.
Emphasize the downbeat.
- Nuances: Describe the emotional buildup in the chorus.
Allow the chords to reflect the lyrical emphasis.

[Verse 2.]
- Chords: E and A
- Strumming is similar to Verse 1. Maintain a constant rhythm with
your downstrokes.
- Nuances: Concentrate on the narrative. Use softer strums for introspective
lines and harder strums for forceful sections.

[Chorus]: Follow the same pattern as in the first chorus.

[Break]
- Chords: E and A
- Strumming: Maintain a consistent rhythm throughout, as you did in
the entrance and verse.
- Nuances: Use this portion to get ready for the final chorus and
develop anticipation.

[Chorus]
- Chords are C#m, B, A, E.
- Strumming: Use both down and up strokes to enhance dynamism.
Emphasize the downbeat.
- Nuances: Concentrate on the storyline. Let the chords reflect the emotional
highs and lows portrayed in the lyrics.

Common mistakes:
- Rushing through chord transitions. Concentrate on gradual, thoughtful modifications.
- Not altering strumming intensity, which is essential for expressing the song's emotion.
- Ignoring the poetic flow, which is essential in Zach Bryan's storytelling.

Song facts and artist information:
"Sandpaper" explores the complexity of love and desire. The song's lyrics highlight
the difficulties of maintaining relationships and the emotional impact of prior experiences.
Zach Bryan, a rising country performer, is recognized for his honest storytelling and
natural sound. His music typically reflects personal situations and resonates
emotionally with listeners.