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The First Time

Kelsea Ballerini

Guitar Chords & Lyrics for The First Time by Kelsea Ballerini in the key of C

Level: Intermediate Decade: 2010s Genre: Country / Folk Theme: Romance Mood: Romantic View Lyrics Youtube 
Intro
  C G   D Em   C G   D

Verse
I Put On My Make Up CSpray My Perfume           G​
Sat On The Front PDorch, Waitin' On You        Em​
Said We Would Catch Up BecCause It Had Been Awhile            G          D​
I Hate To Admit ICt But My Hands Are Shaking           G​
Barely BreathiDn' Heart Is Racin'     Em​
Looks Like FeelingCs Don't Always Change Their MinGds                    D​
But YouC Never Called, Never Showed Up GuesGs Somethings Never Change   D                          Em​
And JustC Like Living In A Flashback... YGou Let Me Down AgDain

Hook
That's Why The Past ShoulCd Be The Past               G​
DFar Behind Back Of Mind, OutEm Of The Way
Let The MemorCies Burn And Crash              G​
Cause Sittin' DHere Looking At The Driveway
Is Just TeaCrin My Heart Back In HaGlf
Like NotDhings Changed Except The Time That's Passed   Em​
And That'Cs Why Good-Bye Should Mean Good-Bye The FGirst Time           D​

Instruments
  C G   D

Verse 2
I Should Know Better I CHate That I Still Cry         G​
Lookin' Like A Fool HereD Watchin' For Headlights      Em​
And Kickin'C Myself For BelieviGn' In You Again             D​
I Bet Your Out Drinkin' WiCth A New Blonde AGnd
Telling Her DWhatevers Playin Is Her Song         Em​
Yeah And CHelping Her Up Into Your CheGvy Instead                  D​
CEven When You Don't Have MGe You Can Still Be The One DTo Hurt Me                   Em​
It MCust Feel Good To Know That I'Gm Still Holdin' On To LettiDng Go

Outro
C    G  D  Em           Oh , TheC FGirDst Time
And That's Why The Past ShoulCd Be The Past Oh,            TGhe FiDrsEmt Time                 C  G  D​
Also available in: Ab (Original) D E G A

FAQ

What are the chords for The First Time?

The chords for The First Time are: C, G, D, Em

What is the original key of The First Time?

The original key is Ab.

What is the difficulty of playing The First Time?

The difficulty level is Intermediate.

Can I play The First Time in another key?

Yes. You can transpose the song to any key using the transpose feature.

Can The First Time be played on an acoustic guitar?

Yes. The chords work for both acoustic and electric guitar.

Can I play The First Time on ukulele?

Chord The First Time can be played on guitar or ukulele using their respective chord shapes.

How many chords are used in The First Time?

The First Time uses 4 chords: C, G, D, Em

What is the easiest way to play The First Time?

You can use the transpose feature to change the key to one that better matches your vocal range or uses easier chord shapes.

What decade was The First Time released in?

The First Time was released in the 2010s. See more 2010s songs here

Are there easier chord versions for The First Time?

Yes. Tap the Simplify button to switch The First Time to beginner-friendly chords - it drops advanced extensions like maj7, m7, and 9ths without changing the song's key or progression.

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