G
C
D
Em
A
E
There One Morning
Sweethearts Of The Rodeo
About the Original
"There One Morning" by Sweethearts Of The Rodeo is a gentle, country-influenced song with a classic storytelling style. The original version features simple chords and a laid-back tempo, making it accessible for beginner guitarists._
Chord Progression and Transitions
The song primarily uses the chords G, C, D, and Em, with a brief bridge using A, D, and E. These are all basic open chords, which are ideal for beginners. Practice transitioning smoothly between G, C, and D, as these are frequently used in the verses and chorus. For the bridge, familiarize yourself with moving from A to D and E.
Strumming Pattern
A simple down-down-up-up-down-up (D D U U D U) strumming pattern works well for this song. Try to keep a steady rhythm, matching the gentle, flowing feel of the original track. If this feels too complex, start with just downstrokes until you’re comfortable with the chord changes.
Tips for Beginners
**- Practice the intro by strumming G several times to set the tempo.
- Pause briefly between chord changes to keep your timing steady.
- Use a capo on the 2nd fret if you want to match the original key, but it’s optional.
- Don’t rush—focus on clean, clear chord sounds and smooth transitions.**
With practice, you'll be able to capture the easygoing, reflective mood of the song while building your guitar skills!
Intro
G G G G
G G G G
Verse 1Well IG walked, one morning theC moment I rose
TheG sun was so warm but, myD heart, it was cold
G Grasses were sway-ay-in'C ever so slight
Like theG wind, in the willows, like aD breeze, in theG night
Verse 2And as IG walked, down the path I reC membered a man
IG knew long ago, whenD he held my hand
And IG just, couldn't stop where myC mind took me then
To theG mem-ories of aD love that youG had
ChorusEm There one morning theseG thoughts came to me
Em There one morning-I-thoughtG Where could heD be?
WellG I was aC thinkin', ofG all that could be
Ther-ere oneC morning theseD thoughts came toG me
Verse 3Well IG wonder, if ever heC recalls the days
TheG hours we spent lost inD each other's gaze?
And so theG nights, I lay thinkin' to theC gray morning light
HowG many like me he hasD held in theG night
ChorusEm There one morning theseG thoughts came to me
Em There one morning-I-thoughtG Where could heD be?
WellG I was aC thinkin', ofG all that could be
Ther-ere oneC morning theseD thoughts came toG me
BridgeA D A E
A D A E A
G G G G
Verse 4Well wherever heG is and whoC loves him this hour
It'sG surely gonna happen of hisD new love he'll tire
And someG night he'll be lonely thenC who can he blame?
When heG lie-hies in light all aD lone and inG pain
When heG cries in night all aD lone and inC pa-a-G ain