How Do I Tell You
View chords used in this chart
Intro G C2 G C2
[Verso 1]
G
I'm a little scared you'll leave
C
Even though you tell me you won't
G
I'm a little scared…of…being
C C2
Someone that you're…scared to love
G
But you don't talk the…way he did
C
And you don't say the things he did
G C
I'm not who I was back then but still
Check out Musical Tips from our BLOG
[Verso 2]
G
I'm a little scared to speak
C
'Cause I can't find the words to say
G
And I don't want to make this about me
C
I just can't hold it in today
Am G
But you don't play the games he did
C
And you don't make me feel like shit
G
And my mom likes you more than him
C
But still
[Refrão]
G C
How do I tell you that I've come
To like the pain?
D G C
How do I tell you that I don't
Know what it means
G
To be happy with somebody?
C
Don't know anything 'bout that
G
Who the hell can write a love song
C D
Without making it too sad?
G C
That's all I've been
D#
How do I tell you?
C G
How do I tell you I got it
C C2
From him?
G Em C
Ooh, ooh, ooh
[Verso 3]
G Em
I'm a little prone to feel a
C
Little overwhelmed with it all
G Em7
'Cause you are someone I want to know
C
And I hope you don't let me fall
D Em7
You make sure I get home safe
C
And you always know what to say
D G
I feel like I found my place
D#
But still
How to play How Do I Tell You
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 G. 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.