I worked this out (with help from the previous version and the fantastic tab) by listening to James Mercer play it acoustically. I’m 100% certain that this is right. It sounds lovely with open chords with the obvious exception being the F# which is easiest (and sounds best) played at 2nd fret. I initially thought that the chord after the second E in the verse was E7sus4 02020x as in past and pending but upon further listening I’m sure it’s just a D. "Howdy lem" my grandpa said with his eyes closed wiping the eastbound dust from his sunburned brow a life before doubt. Chorus: I smell the engine grease and mint the wind is blending under the moan of rotting elm in the silo floor Verse 2: Down a hill of pine tree quills we made our way to the bottom and the ferns where thick moss grows beside a stream. Chorus: Under the rocks are snails and we can fill our pockets and let them go one by one all day in a brand new place Instrumental break x2 - (play this variation on the verse chords twice) Chorus: You were no ordinary drain on her defenses and she was no ordinary girl Oh Inverted World if every moment of our lives were cradled softly in the hands of a strange and gentle child I’d not roll my eyes so. E G Repeat until fade When James Mercer played this acoustically he repeated the and at the end few Hammer ons and pull offs which you can add optionally (sounds great on the D chord just before the F# and on the A in the chorus) Furthermore The to change is quick one. The and chords are bar each whereas the and chords last half bar each. Listen to the song if timing is an issue. I really hope this helps somebody out there play this fantastic song :D

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À propos de la chanson

La chanson évoque des souvenirs d'un passé simple et insouciant, partagé entre un grand-père et un petit-fils. Elle décrit des moments de communion avec la nature, où l'on ressent la beauté des petites choses, comme le parfum de l'huile des moteurs ou les escargots sous les pierres. Ces images renforcent l’idée d’un retour à l’innocence et à une époque où les doutes n'entravaient pas la joie de vivre. Le récit se déroule dans un environnement rural, évoquant des collines, des fougères, et des ruisseaux, créant une atmosphère de liberté et de découverte. Les moments simples, comme remplir ses poches et relâcher des escargots, témoignent d’un lien profond avec la nature et un temps où les petites actions apportent de la joie. C'est une réflexion sur la douceur de l'enfance et l'importance des instants partagés.