WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Ain't No Love In Oklahoma Chords – Luke Combs | Version #1
[Intro]
C5
[Verse 1]
C5 F C5
I keep chasin’ that same old devil down the same old dead end highway
F C5
Ridin’ that storm runnin’ through my veins like a shot down tail spun airplane
C5
Scared of nothin’ and I’m scared to death
F C5
I can’t breathe then I catch my breath
F C5
But I keep chasin’ that same old devil down the same old dead end highway
[Chorus]
C5 Bb
Ain’t no love in Oklahoma
F C5
Just the whistle of a long black train
Bb
You’ll know when it’s comin’ for ya
F C5
Ridin’ in on the wind and rain
[Interlude]
C5
[Verse 2]
C5 F C5
I got saved in the same red river, the same red river tried to drown me
F C5
It ain’t knockin’ me down I’m standin’ my ground with the whole world fallin’ all around me
C5
I keep runnin’ but I’m standin’ still
F C5
Pray for peace but I need the thrill
F C5
So I keep chasin’ that same old devil down the same old dead end highway
[Chorus]
C5 Bb
Ain’t no love in Oklahoma
F C5
Just the whistle of a long black train
Bb
You’ll know when it’s comin’ for ya
F C5
Ridin’ in on the wind and rain
[Guitar Solo]
C5 F
C5 C5
C5 F C5 Bb F C5
[Chorus]
C5 Bb
Ain’t no love in Oklahoma
F C5
Just the whistle of a long black train
Bb
You’ll know when it’s comin’ for ya
F Bb C5
Ridin’ in on the wind and rain
Bb
Ain’t no love in Oklahoma
F C5
Just the whistle of a long black train
Bb
You’ll know when it’s comin’ for ya
F C5
Ridin’ in on the wind and rain
[Outro]
C5
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How to play "Ain't No Love In Oklahoma" by Luke Combs on guitar
[Intro] C5
- Begin with a forceful downstroke on the C5 chord and let it ring out.
[Verse 1]
C5 F C5
- For lyrics like "I keep chasin' that same old devil," utilize a forceful down-up
strumming pattern.
- Maintain seamless transitions between the C5 and F chords.
- Strumming pattern: Down-up-down-up, with a consistent rhythm.
C5 F transitions to F with clear modifications.
- Increase the dynamics by strumming harder during phrases like "But I keep chasin' that same old devil."
- Strumming Pattern: Use down-up strums to progressively increase intensity.
[Chorus] C5 Bb F C5
- For "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma," employ a stronger strumming pattern.
- Strumming Pattern: Down-up-down-up, using more force on the downstrokes.
- Use clear chord changes to complement the energetic atmosphere.
[Interlude] C5
- Play a simple down-up strumming pattern, allowing each chord to ring loudly.
[Verse 2] C5 F C5
- Similar to Verse 1, keep a consistent down-up strumming pattern.
- Concentrate on smooth transitions and keeping the song's beat consistent.
Emphasize dynamics, especially in phrases like "So I keep chasin' that same old devil."
- Strumming Pattern: Use down-up strums to increase intensity during emotive lines.
[Chorus] C5 Bb F C5 - Repeat the previous chorus' strumming style to emphasize
the vibrant words.
[Guitar Solo]: C5 F C5 C5 C5 F C5 Bb F C5.
- Use the same strumming rhythm as the verses and chorus.
- Concentrate on making distinct chord changes and maintaining a constant rhythm.
[Chorus] C5 Bb F C5
- Repeat the strumming rhythm for the last chorus.
- Concentrate on smooth transitions and keeping a constant pace.
The song concludes with a forceful downstroke on the C5 chord.
Common mistakes include inconsistent strumming patterns that impair a song's flow.
- Rushing chord changes, particularly between C5 and F.
- Not stressing dynamics, especially in the chorus and guitar solo.
Luke Combs' country ballad "Ain't No Love In Oklahoma" explores themes of adversity
and perseverance. The lyrics illustrate a journey of pursuing aspirations and encountering
obstacles along the way. Luke Combs is a well-known personality in country music due
to his powerful voice and storytelling abilities.