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The First Time

Kelsea Ballerini

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

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

Verse
I Put On My Make Up GSpray My Perfume           D​
Sat On The Front PAorch, Waitin' On You        Bm​
Said We Would Catch Up BecGause It Had Been Awhile            D          A​
I Hate To Admit IGt But My Hands Are Shaking           D​
Barely BreathiAn' Heart Is Racin'     Bm​
Looks Like FeelingGs Don't Always Change Their MinDds                    A​
But YouG Never Called, Never Showed Up GuesDs Somethings Never Change   A                          Bm​
And JustG Like Living In A Flashback... YDou Let Me Down AgAain

Hook
That's Why The Past ShoulGd Be The Past               D​
AFar Behind Back Of Mind, OutBm Of The Way
Let The MemorGies Burn And Crash              D​
Cause Sittin' AHere Looking At The Driveway
Is Just TeaGrin My Heart Back In HaDlf
Like NotAhings Changed Except The Time That's Passed   Bm​
And That'Gs Why Good-Bye Should Mean Good-Bye The FDirst Time           A​

Instruments
  G D   A

Verse 2
I Should Know Better I GHate That I Still Cry         D​
Lookin' Like A Fool HereA Watchin' For Headlights      Bm​
And Kickin'G Myself For BelieviDn' In You Again             A​
I Bet Your Out Drinkin' WiGth A New Blonde ADnd
Telling Her AWhatevers Playin Is Her Song         Bm​
Yeah And GHelping Her Up Into Your CheDvy Instead                  A​
GEven When You Don't Have MDe You Can Still Be The One ATo Hurt Me                   Bm​
It MGust Feel Good To Know That I'Dm Still Holdin' On To LettiAng Go

Outro
G    D  A  Bm           Oh , TheG FDirAst Time
And That's Why The Past ShoulGd Be The Past Oh,            TDhe FiArsBmt Time                 G  D  A​
Also available in: Ab (Original) C D E A

FAQ

What are the chords for The First Time?

The chords for The First Time are: G, D, A, Bm

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: G, D, A, Bm

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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