Don'€™t Be Afraid Lyrics

1. Use barre chords (root on the E string) with a ska/reggae rhythm.
2. E should be played as a C-shaped barre chord (root on the A string).
3. These lyrics and chords/tab are only how I interpreted the song, so feel free to
experiment/substitute/comment/etc. if you disagree!
4. Enjoy!
VERSE 1:
I took your pictures down and off the wall today
Every time I look at them I think of yesterday
And I'm sorry but it's time I pack our life away
VERSE 2:
I thought about you when I made the bed today
The left pillow untouched where your head used to lay
Don't be sorry, things will be better off this way
CHORUS:
Don't be afraid to say how it is
Don't be ashamed of crushing my dreams
Though I feel betrayed, I'm so glad I met you
Oh, oh, oh... (etc.)
QUICK SAX/ORGAN RIFF:
VERSE 3:
This is the hardest thing I've had to just accept
Alcohol and cigarettes have filled the void you've left
And I'm hungry but I think I'll stay in bed today
(CHORUS)
BRIDGE:
I still remember the first time I saw you
We met because the Cake show was late
And you looked so beautiful
I had to come and ask your name
I had to come and ask your name
SOLO:
(CHORUS)
OUTRO:
I never thought this was the way that this would end
Keep pinching myself hoping this was just a dream
Hope life gets better... I will be rid of you someday