Green Day - Goodnight Adeline Chords

How to play

Let's break down the song into its components for clarity and provide you with a step-by-step 
guide to play it on guitar. Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning before starting.

Intro

- **G5 Power Chord**: Place your first finger on the E string 3rd fret, third finger on the 
A string 5th fret, and a little finger on the D string 5th fret. 
Strum this chord four times with all downstrokes.
- **D Power Chord**: Move to first finger on the A string 5th fret, third finger on the 
D string 7th fret, and little finger on the G string 7th fret. Again, four hits with downstrokes.
- **E Power Chord**: Shift your first finger to the A string 7th fret, third finger on the 
D string 9th fret, and little finger on the G string 9th fret. Strum four times.
- **Lick**: Play on the A string, 3rd fret pull-off to 2nd, then to open A, then 2nd fret pulling off 
to open A, and finish with the 3rd fret on the E string pulling off to open E.

Verse (Clean Sound)

- **G Chord**: Third finger on the low E string 3rd fret, second finger on the A string 2nd fret, 
and open D, G, B strings. Strum with the rhythm down-down-up-up-down-down.
- **E Minor Chord**: Keep your first finger on the A string 2nd fret, place your second finger 
on the D string 2nd fret, and strum the same rhythm.
- **B Minor Chord**: First finger bars the A string 2nd fret, second finger on the B string 3rd fret, 
third finger on the D string 4th fret, and little finger on the G string 4th fret. Use the same 
strumming pattern.
- **C to D Chords**: Play a C chord (first finger on B string 1st fret, second finger on 
D string 2nd fret, third finger on A string 3rd fret) for two hits, then shift to a D chord 
(second finger on E string 2nd fret, first finger on G string 2nd fret, third finger on B string 
3rd fret) for two hits.

Chorus (Distorted Sound)

- Repeat the intro sequence without the lick but add a C power chord (A string 3rd fret, 
D and G strings 5th fret) at the end.

Guitar Solo

- The solo incorporates various techniques like hammer-ons, pull-offs, bends, and slides. 
Start with percussive hits, and move through phrases that include hammer-ons from D7 to 
D9, G7 bends, and sequences on the B and E strings. Pay attention to the specific frets 
and strings mentioned in your description for accurate play.

Outro

- Similar to the chorus but transposed up two frets, starting with an A power chord (E string 
5th fret, A and D strings 7th fret), then moving through E, F#, and D power chords, and finally 
ending on a C# (A string 4th fret, D and G strings 6th fret) to D power chord transition.

Remember, practice each section slowly before trying to play along with the song. 
Focus on clean chord transitions and accurate timing for the solo parts.

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[Intro]
G5 D5 Em* C5
G5 D5 B5 C5
 
[Verse 1]
G
  Can you feel my pain?
Em
  Can you sing my sorrow?
Bm
  Here comes a better day
         C              D
But it's got nothing to do with tomorrow
G
  I'm sick in bed again
Em
  My head is under my pillow
Bm
  My spirit's broken
       C5   N.C.
And my face is in the gutter, singin'
 
[Chorus]
G5         D5  Em* C5
Goodnight, Adeline
                G5      D5      B5      C5
You're going to say goodbye and let it go
G5         D5
Sooner or later
     Em*       C5
Whatever, whenever
G5         D5    B5      C5
Goodnight, baby, let it go
 
[Verse 2]
G
  Some days are holidays
Em
  Some days you call your mother
Bm
  Some days you're sober
           C               D
But you're still waking up with a hangover
G
  I'm like a dead weight
Em
  I'm going to meet my maker
Bm
  I'll see you later
       C5     N.C.
When I get my sh*t together, singin'
 
[Chorus]
G5         D5  Em* C5
Goodnight, Adeline
                G5      D5      B5      C5
You're going to say goodbye and let it go
G5         D5
Sooner or later
     Em*       C5
Whatever, whenever
G5         D5    B5      C5
Goodnight, baby, let it go
 
[Solo]
D5 A5 C5 G5
D5 A5 F#5 G5
D5 A5 C5 G5
D5 A5 F#5 G5
 
[Outro]
A5         E5  F#m D5
Goodnight, Adeline
             A5       E5       C5      D5
I'm going to drink my wine and let it go
A5         E5
Sooner or later
     F#m       D5
Whatever, whenever
A5         E5    C5      D5  A
Goodnight, baby, let it go

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Guitar Lesson

To play "Goodnight Adeline" by Green Day, you'll first need to get familiar with the chords used 
in the song. This song features a blend of power chords and open chords, making it an 
interesting piece for both beginners and intermediate players to practice their skills.
Chords Used:

    Power Chords: G5, D5, Em*, C5, B5, A5, F#5, E5
    Open Chords: G, Em, Bm, C, D, F#m

Tips for Playing:

    Power Chords: For the power chords (notated with a number 5, e.g., G5), place your index 
finger on the root note, and your ring finger (or pinky) on the fifth. These are played on the 
electric guitar, typically with distortion for a rock sound.
    Open Chords: For the open chords (e.g., G, Em), ensure your fingers are placed correctly 
on the fretboard to avoid muting adjacent strings. Practice transitioning smoothly between 
these chords.
    Emphasize Rhythm: This song, like many Green Day tracks, relies heavily on rhythm. 
Listen to the track to get the strumming pattern down. It’s usually a mix of down and 
upstrokes that match the punk rock feel.
    Playing the Solo: The solo section consists of a sequence of power chords and 
requires quick transitions. Practice slowly at first to ensure accuracy, then gradually increase 
your speed.

Intro and Verse Strumming:

    For the intro and verses, focus on playing the chords clearly with a steady rhythm. 
The intro uses a straightforward strumming pattern, while the verses may allow for a bit more 
flexibility in strumming to emphasize the lyrics.

Chorus:

    The chorus of the song is catchy and relies on strong, pronounced strumming. 
Make sure to let each chord ring out and maintain energy throughout.

Solo:

    The solo section is a great practice piece for moving around the fretboard with power chords. 
Pay attention to the timing and transition between chords smoothly.

Outro:

    The outro shifts the key slightly and introduces F#m and D5 in the progression. 
This change requires a bit of dexterity, especially with the faster transition between chords.

Remember, the key to mastering any song is practice. Start slow, focusing on getting the 
chords and transitions right, then gradually increase your speed to match the tempo of 
the original track. Enjoy playing "Goodnight Adeline"!