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From Hell To Paradise The Mavericks

 The Mavericks’ “From Hell To Paradise” is a mid-tempo country-rock song with strong Latin and roots influences. The original features rhythmic strumming, steady tempo, and straightforward chord progressions, making it approachable for beginners.

## Chords

The entire song uses just three open chords: G, C, and D. These are classic beginner chords. Practice transitioning smoothly between them before playing along with the song.

## Strumming Pattern

A simple down-down-up-up-down-up (D-D-U-U-D-U) strumming pattern fits the feel well. For an even easier version, use all downstrokes or down-down-up-down (D-D-U-D) to keep the rhythm steady.

## Chord Transitions

Every line typically features one chord per bar. Focus on making clean transitions, especially from G to C and C to D. Pause and practice switching between each pair if you’re new to these chords.

## Tips for Beginners

  • Keep your strumming hand moving steadily, even if you miss a chord change.
  • Play slowly at first, then increase speed as you become more comfortable.
  • Use a capo if you want to match the original key but find the chords difficult to sing with.

## Song Structure

The progression is repetitive: G–C–D throughout verses, chorus, and instrumental sections. This consistency helps you memorize the changes quickly.

Enjoy playing and let the rhythm drive your performance!

EADGBE G
EADGBE C
EADGBEXX D
Intro
G C D D
G C D D
G C D D
G C D D
Verse 1
ForG thirty years theyC sang the song ofD promised victory
ButG who they've fought andC who has won didn'tD matter much to me
Well IG see them drivin'C down the streets in theirD fancy shiny cars
G Crowds of peopleC to their feet and theirD faces full of scars
Verse 2
And noG pleasantries noC luxuries and noD little children's milk
WhileG minister's wives spentC all their lives inD China's finest silk
Well myG back's been brokenC many times but myD spirit lingers on
TheG day it comes myC way on freedom'sD ship I will be gone
Chorus
FromG hell toC paraD dise, I'llG alwaysC pay theD price
FromG hell toC paraD dise, I'llG alwaysC pay theD price
Instrumental
G C D D
G C D D
G C D D
G C D D
Verse 3
ThisG ninety mileC trip has takenD thirty years to make
TheyG tried to keep forC ever what wasD never theirs to take
Well IG cursed and scratched theC Devil's hand as heD stood in front of me
AndG one last drag from hisC big cigar and heD finally set me free
Chorus
FromG hell toC paraD dise, I'llG alwaysC pay theD price
FromG hell toC paraD dise, I'llG alwaysC pay theD price
Instrumental
G C D D
G C D D
G C D D
G C D D
Chorus
FromG hell toC paraD dise, I'llG alwaysC pay theD price
FromG hell toC paraD dise, I'llG alwaysC pay theD price
Verse 4 - Spanish
G Con ojosC tiernos algunD dia te mi ra re
G Con brasos aC biertos algunD dia abra sa re
G Hay me HavanaC dia cuandoD pueda regre sa re
Outro
G C D D
G C D D
G C D D
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