"I cannot play ‘Guitar’ but I sure can write the words" (Song)

"I cannot play ‘Guitar’ but I sure can write the words"

I try to play guitar but it’s always out of tune

When you hear me play you will think I am a goon

I cannot play the chords or read music that’s quite clear

“Cause when I play guitar I can only play by ear

Chorus

We’re not always gifted in the things that we like best

Even though we try to play just give it a rest

It’s not what we’re supposed to do it’s proven to be true

You’re talented at something else this is not for you

As I thought, that I was talented I played a little more

However, after a while, my ear was feelin’ sore

It started to hurt when I reached the higher notes

I thought that I should give it up and say “Adios”

Chorus

We’re not always gifted in the things that we like best

Even though we try to play just give it a rest

It’s not what we’re supposed to do it’s proven to be true

You’re talented at something else this is not for you

I thought that I should try, something else for awhile

I just don’t have the talent, as this is not my style

You’ll think that this is ludicrous and find it quite absurd

I’ll stick to being a lyricist and just write down the words

Chorus

We’re not always gifted in the things that we like best

Even though we try to play just give it a rest

It’s not what we’re supposed to do it’s proven to be true

You’re talented at something else this is not for you

Yes, you're talented at something else this is not for you

Written by Chris Turner

November 1^st, 2013


Chris Turner is a residential/commercial
painting contractor in Edmonton Alberta Canada
chris_turner@shaw.ca