Bottled Memories
View chords used in this chart
D D7 G
Here I sit behind the bottle, like I've done so many times
A7 D
A-drinkin' to my new love, with my old love on my mind
D D7 G
That just ain't no way to shake it, no one else can take her place
A7 D
And the bottle holds the memory that a new love can't replace
D D7 G
The bottle holds the memory of the times we used to share
A7 D
She would not take me back again if I cried a million tears
D D7 G
So I smile and run my fingers gently on my new love's face
A7 D
While I hold the bottled memory that time could not erase
D D7 G
She don't realize I'm lonely, she thinks everything is fine
A7 D
Tell another joke bartender, Lord I'm about to lose my mind
D D7 G
I'm just goin' thru the motions, Lord I'll never win this race
A7 D
While I hold the bottled memory that time could not erase
D D7 G
Here I sit behind this bottle like I've done so many times
A7 D
Drinkin' to my new love with my old love on my mind
D D7 G
That just ain't no way to shake it, no one else can take her place
A7 D
Old Jerry Lee holds the memory that time cannot erase
A7 D A7-D
Jerry Lee the Killer's got your memory baby, and time will not erase
N/C
Think about it
How to play Bottled Memories
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is D. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.