G
C
D
I Hope That I Don't Fall In Love With You
Hootie And The Blowfish
About the Song
Originally by Tom Waits, this song is a gentle folk ballad covered by Hootie and the Blowfish. Their version keeps a relaxed tempo and a simple acoustic arrangement, making it approachable for beginners.
Chord Progression & Transitions
The song uses basic open chords: G, C, and D. These are common beginner chords and transition smoothly together. Practice moving between G, C, and D slowly, focusing on clean changes. For the intro and each verse line, follow the chord changes as written.
Strumming Pattern
A simple strumming pattern works well: try a down-down-up-up-down-up (D D U U D U) pattern per measure. Keep your strumming hand relaxed and aim for a soft, even sound to match the song’s gentle mood. If this feels too complex, just use steady downstrokes.
Tips for Beginners
- Use your ring finger for the G chord, middle for C, and index for D to ease transitions.
- Before playing the song through, practice switching between G, C, and D repeatedly.
- Listen to the recorded version to get a sense of rhythm and dynamics.
- Don’t rush—focus on keeping time and smooth chord changes rather than speed.
Enjoy playing and let the song’s story guide your dynamics and tempo!
Intro
G C D G C D
Verse 1Well IG hope that I don'tC fall in love withD you
G Fallin' inC love just makes meD blue
Well theC music plays andG you display yourD part for me toG see
IC had a beer andG now I hear youC callin' out forD me
Still IG hope that I don'tC fall inD love withG you
Verse 2See theG room is crowdedC people everyD where
And IG wonder should IC offer you aD chair
Well IC turn around toG look at you, youD light a cigarG ette
IC wish I had theG guts to bum oneC but we've neverD met
Still IG hope that I don'tC fall inD love withG you
Verse 3See theG night does funnyC things inside aD man
These oldG tomcat feelingsC you don't underD stand
Well IC turn around toG look at you,D you look back atG me
TheC guy you're with hasG up and split theC chair next to you'sD free
Now IG hope that you don'tC fall inD love withG me
Verse 4Now it'sG closing time theC music's fadingD out
LastG call for drinks I'llC have anotherD stout
Well IC turn around toG look at you, you'reD nowhere to beG found
IC search the place forG your lost face guess I'llC have anotherD round
Now IG think that I justC fell inD love withG youC G