Can't Be Loved chords
by Elle KingSong Key: E Major
Time Signature: 4/4
Tempo: 58 bpm
Guitar Tuning: E A D G B e
Skill Level: Intermediate
Chords: E, A, B, C#m
Extras: Easier chords for beginners
Play-Along Video & Chord Charts
Can't Be Loved
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C#m A
1. Quit try-ing to love me
E B
I done told you I'm not the one
C#m A
Ba-by please quit try-ing to love me
E B
You should know you were just some fun
C#m
Can un-lock my heart
A
Don't you e-ven start
E B
To try to get in my head
A B
Chorus: It's dark and it's black
E A
And I can ne-ver get back
E B
To the way I used to love
A B
My heart it just ain't right
E A
But I try with my might
E B
But I... I just can't be loved
C#m A
2. Baby please let's make this is easy
E B
Ain't too hard to for-get about me
C#m
And af-ter I'm gone
A
It'll be just that ea-sy
E
To get your-self some-one
B
A lit-tle bet-ter than me... Yeah
A B
Chorus: It's dark and it's black
E A
And I can ne-ver get back
E B
To the way I used to love
A B
My heart it just ain't right
E A
But I try with my might
E B
But I... I just can't be loved
A B
My heart it just ain't right
E A
But I try with my might... Yeah
E B
But I just can't be loved
C#m
Just can't be loved
A
Just can't be loved
E B C#m A E
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Arrangement Details:
- Key Signature: E Major - 4 sharps (F#, C#, G#, D#)
- Time Signature: 4/4
- Tempo: Slow bluesy feel
- Metronome: q = 58
- Voice Range: B3 - B4
Intermediate Guitarist: Elle intergrates barre chords and string muting, techniques commonly used in Bluesy songs. This style of playing typically requires a higher level of skill than that of a beginner.
The C#m utilizes the 'Am shape' starting with a barre on the 4th fret. You can also play this with the 'Em shape' starting with a barre on the 9th fret.
Beginners: C Major and D Major are both easy keys for beginner guitarists to play in.
- Chords in C Major: C, F, G, Am (use a capo on the 4th fret to play along with Elle).
- Chords in D Major: D, G, A, Bm (use a capo on the 2nd fret to play along with Elle).
Song Details & Artist Profile:
- Composer: Elle King - American singer, musician, songwriter, and actress.
- Album: There's no official studio recording on streaming platforms or albums, but it was a staple in Elle King's early live sets ~ 2012.
- Video: Live solo performance at eTown Hall - a multi-purpose building in downtown Boulder featuring a world-class live music venue.
- Genres: Elle is known for her blend of genres, particularly country, rock, and blues. Her music often carries a raw and energetic vibe, along with powerful vocals.
- Style: Elle's style of singing, especially songs like this, is reminiscent of Janis Joplin... raw, gutsy and unique. Perhaps Elle will cover some of her songs in the near future. 💗
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