{"id":3260,"date":"2016-11-07T17:11:29","date_gmt":"2016-11-07T22:11:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.musikalessons.com\/blog\/?p=3260"},"modified":"2023-01-24T00:14:33","modified_gmt":"2023-01-24T05:14:33","slug":"im-yours-chords-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.musikalessons.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/im-yours-chords-tutorial\/","title":{"rendered":"I\u2019m Yours Chords Tutorial (Jason Mraz)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Easy Acoustic Guitar Arrangement for Beginners<\/h2>\n

Jason Mraz performed I’m Yours during his live performances in 2004 and 2005 and the song quickly became a crowd favorite. It was nominated for Song of the Year and Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 51st Grammy Awards. Today we\u2019ll go over the I\u2019m Yours chords so you can play it at home.<\/p>\n

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Useful links:\"I'm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n

Lyrics and Chord Tabs<\/a><\/p>\n

Read more on Wikipedia<\/a><\/p>\n

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Song Specs<\/h2>\n

Title:<\/strong> I\u2019m Yours<\/p>\n

Artist:<\/strong> Jason Mraz<\/p>\n

Songwriters:<\/strong> Jason Mraz<\/p>\n

Album:<\/strong> We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things.<\/p>\n

Key<\/strong>: G (Capo at 4th fret, actual key is B)<\/p>\n

Tempo<\/strong>: 152 (It\u2019s also easier to think of it at 76)<\/p>\n

Chord Progression<\/strong>: G\u2013D\u2013Em\u2013C\u2013A7<\/p>\n

Accompaniment Technique:<\/strong> Open Chords, Pulsing and Alternate Strumming<\/p>\n

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Playing Tips<\/h2>\n

Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind. I provided some useful links above and I\u2019ll take you through the I\u2019m Yours chords, accompaniment patterns, song forms, and the chord chart. Everything you need to get started playing this tune.<\/p>\n

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Chords<\/h2>\n

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Chords w\/ Capo<\/strong><\/td>\nG<\/td>\nD<\/td>\nEm<\/td>\nC<\/td>\nA7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Actual Key<\/strong><\/td>\nB<\/td>\nF#<\/td>\nG#m<\/td>\nE<\/td>\nC#7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Progression<\/strong><\/td>\nI<\/td>\nV<\/td>\nvi<\/td>\nIV<\/td>\nV7 of V7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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I\u2019m Yours is in the key of B. However, if we use a capo at the 4th fret then we can use open-position chords that will make it easier to play. The capo at the 4th fret changes the key to G for us guitar players. We\u2019re still in the key of B, but we think in the key of G. And, G is a guitar key. The song uses open-position chords<\/em> for the entire tune.<\/p>\n

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Accompaniment Technique<\/h2>\n

I\u2019m Yours uses an alternate (down and up) strumming technique. Amongst guitarists, this technique is referred to as the boom-chicka pattern<\/em>. Here\u2019s the breakdown:<\/p>\n

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  • The \u201cboom\u201d is the bass played with a down strum<\/li>\n
  • The \u201cchicka\u201d is the higher part of the chord also played with alternating strums (down then up)<\/li>\n
  • Down strum on \u201cchick\u201d and the up strum on \u201ca\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    There\u2019s a boom-chick technique that is the basic version of the boom-chicka. And, the boom-chick only uses down strums: bass-chord, bass-chord- or, boom-chick, boom-chick.<\/p>\n

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    When hitting the bass (boom), you aim for the lower part of the chord (or the bottom three strings). Then, for the chord (chick), aim for the higher three strings.<\/p>\n

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    Also, you don\u2019t need to strum too hard. Brush the strings and try to recreate that bouncy feel that is a key component of the song.<\/p>\n

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    Pulsing<\/h2>\n

    The pulsing technique is a left-hand technique that is used to create a more percussive feel and will help you create the bouncy groove that makes people tap their feet, bob their heads, and shake their booties.<\/p>\n

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    Fret the chord as you normally would. Then, after you strum, release the pressure of your fret hand without letting go of the chord position. The trick is to maintain contact with the strings as you pulse. Open chords are tricky to pulse because of the open strings. But, keep at it and you\u2019ll find that it\u2019ll quickly become one of your go-to techniques.<\/p>\n

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    I\u2019m Yours Chords Chart<\/h2>\n

    I\u2019ve included an I\u2019m Yours chords chart, which is a simple road map that shows you each chord and how long to play it for. If you don\u2019t read music, please don\u2019t be intimidated. This is a cheat sheet that can help you get through the tune and shows you the song form.<\/p>\n

    Song Form<\/p>\n

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    • Intro:<\/strong> 4-bar pattern; Measure 1 (G for 4 beats), Measure 2 (D for 4 beats), Measure 3 (Em for 4 beats), and Measure 4 (C for 4 beats).<\/li>\n
    • Verse:<\/strong> 8-bar pattern; It\u2019s the same 4-measure section as the intro played twice.<\/li>\n
    • Chorus:<\/strong> The same as the verse, but he adds an extra measure at the end and plays an A7. This chord is a surprise, creates tension and breaks up the repeated cycle. Very effective.<\/li>\n
    • Bridge:<\/strong> 4-bar pattern; Measure 1 (G for 2 beats and D for 2 beats), Measure 2 (Em for 2 beats and D for 2 beats), Measure 3 (C for 4 beats), and Measure 4 (A7 for 4 beats).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Once you become familiar with chord charts, you\u2019re never going to want to go back. It\u2019s just easier to see where you\u2019re going when you have a map. And, it\u2019s especially helpful when you\u2019re not familiar with the song or there\u2019s a section of the song that you don\u2019t remember (Bridges and Interludes are notorious surprises that can derail a song\u2019s performance). And, this song has a Bridge.<\/p>\n

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