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How to play this song ?

These are single notes, not chords
Each note must be played individually.

There are different notations, like:

A B C DO RE MI Sa Re Ga 1 2 3

You can distinguish the octave by the color of the note and if it is UPPERCASE (high pitch) or lowercase (low pitch). Enjoy!

Girl Afraid


"Girl Afraid" by The Smiths is a brooding and introspective track with a sense of urgency. Originally released in 1984 as part of their album "Hatful of Hollow," the song features Morrissey's distinctive vocals and Johnny Marr's jangly guitar melodies. Written by Morrissey and Marr, the song's lyrics delve into themes of anxiety and insecurity, exploring the inner turmoil of a girl who struggles with her emotions. An interesting fact about the song is that it was inspired by Morrissey's experiences with social anxiety. The melody is characterized by Marr's intricate guitar work and a driving rhythm section, creating a haunting yet compelling atmosphere that resonates with listeners.

Girl Afraid - The Smiths

a g f#
Girl afraid
a g f# e a g f#
Where do his intentions lay?
f# d , f# f# f# a g f#
Or does he even have any?
a g#
She says
g# c# b a g# a a g#
He never really looks at me
a a g# c# b a g# a a g#
I give him every opportunity
g# a b g# a b
In the room downstairs
c# b a g#
He sat and stared
g# a b g# a b
In the room downstairs
a g# a b
He sat and stared
g# g# g# g# e f# g# b g#
I'll never make that mistake again

( e e e . . . f# g c . . . f# g e b1 f# e )
( I'll never make that mistake again )
( e e e . . . f# g c . . . f# g e b1 f# e )
( I'll never make that mistake again )

a g f#
Boy afraid
a g f# e a
Prudence never pays
g f# e d g f# a g f# f#
And everything she wants costs money
a g# c# b a g# a g#
But she doesn't even like me!
a g# c# b a g# a g#
And I know because she said so
g# a b g# a b
In the room downstairs
c# b a g#
He sat and stared
g# a b g# a b
In the room downstairs
a g# a b
He sat and stared
g# g# g# g# e f# g# b g# e
I'll never make that mistake again