Faith In Me: Strumming An Acoustic Rendition

have faith in me acoustic tab standard tuning

Have Faith in Me is a song by the band A Day to Remember. The song appears on their album Homesick. The acoustic guitar tabs for Have Faith in Me are available online and are played in Drop C tuning. The tabs include the intro, verse, pre-chorus, chorus, second verse, and bridge. The song is considered to be moderately difficult to play on guitar.

Characteristics	Values
Song	Have Faith In Me
Artist	A Day To Remember
Album	Homesick
Tuning	Drop C Acoustic Tabs Lead Guitar, Drop C (CGCFAD)
Difficulty	Not available
Guitar	Acoustic Guitar (steel)

Drop C Acoustic Tabs Lead Guitar

Drop C tuning is a popular choice for guitarists who enjoy playing rock and metal music. It is known for giving the guitar a heavier, grittier tone and is often used by rock and metal bands to create a thick, chunky rhythm sound. Drop C tuning lowers the range of the guitar, making it easier to play power chords and complementing singers with deeper voices.

Tune the 6th (lowest) string down by two whole steps from E to C.
Tune the 5th string down by one whole step from A to G.
Tune the 4th string down by one whole step from D to C.
Tune the 3rd string down from G to F.
Tune the 2nd string down from B to A.
Tune the 1st (highest) string down by one whole step from E to D.

Now, let's look at some tips and tricks for playing lead guitar in Drop C tuning:

Power chords become easier to play in Drop C tuning. You can play power chords by barring frets with a single finger across the three lowest strings.
Drop C tuning allows for faster playing since you only need to bar a single fret to play a power chord. This can be useful for lead guitar parts that require speed and agility.
The lower strings in Drop C tuning provide a thick, chunky sound that works well for rhythm guitar, while the upper strings are tuned high enough to facilitate fast lead guitar playing.
Experiment with different string gauges when using Drop C tuning. Heavier gauge strings can make it easier to play and maintain proper string tension, reducing the risk of fret buzz.
Pay attention to your right-hand technique. Alternate picking, palm muting, and string scraping can add texture and intensity to your lead guitar lines in Drop C tuning.
Practice your scales and arpeggios in Drop C tuning to improve your speed and fluidity across the fretboard.
Explore different musical genres with Drop C tuning. While it is commonly associated with rock and metal, Drop C tuning can also be used in acoustic, blues, and pop music to create interesting sounds.
Study and learn songs that use Drop C tuning to improve your understanding of the tuning and its possibilities. Some popular examples include:
"Chop Suey!" by System of a Down
"My Curse" by Killswitch Engage
"Change (In the House of Flies)" by Deftones
"Frantic" by Metallica
"Neon" by John Mayer
"Bad Horsie" by Steve Vai
"Tears Don't Fall" by Bullet for My Valentine
"Feed the Machine" by Nickelback

Remember that Drop C tuning may require some adjustments to your guitar's setup, such as raising the string action or modifying the neck tension, to maintain proper intonation and avoid fret buzz. Always use a tuner when changing your guitar's tuning to ensure accuracy.

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Pre-Chorus chords

The pre-chorus chords for 'Have Faith in Me' by A Day to Remember in standard tuning are as follows:

D:-----------------------------------------------|

A:-----------------------------------------------|

F:-----------------------------------------------|

C:-----10---10---10---10-3333-5555---------------|

G:---7----7----7----7----3333-5555---------------|

C:-----------------------3333-5555---------------|

For the pre-chorus, you will be playing the D, A, F, C, and G strings. Start by strumming the A string, followed by the F string, and then alternate between the C and G strings. Repeat this strumming pattern throughout the pre-chorus section.

D:-----77777----7777----7777----7777-------------|

A:-----77777----7777----7777----7777-------------|

F:-----------------------------------------------|

C:--99-------00------55------33------------------|

G:--99-------00------55------33------------------|

C:--99-------00------55------33------------------|

In this version, you will be playing the D, A, C, and G strings. Start by strumming the D string, followed by the A string, and then alternate between the C and G strings. The F string is not played in this version of the pre-chorus. Repeat this strumming pattern throughout the section.

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Chorus chords

The chorus chords for 'Have Faith in Me' by A Day To Remember in standard tuning are as follows:

D:-----------------------------------------------|

A:-----------------------------------------------|

F:---777777777-14141414-777777777-14141414-------|

C:-----------------------------------------------| x2

G:---555555555-12121212-555555555-12121212-------|

C:-----------------------------------------------|

D:-----------------------------------------------|

A:-----------------------------------------------|

F:---7777-9/11/9-7777-9/11/9-666666-121212/111111|

C:-----------------------------------------------|

G:---5555-7/9/7--5555-7/9/7--444444-101010/999---|

C:-----------------------------------------------|

The chords for the chorus are repeated twice.

For the second half of the chorus, the chords are as follows:

D:-----------------------------------------------|

A:-----------------------------------------------|

F:---777777777-14141414-777777777-14141414-------|

C:-----------------------------------------------| x2

G:---555555555-12121212-555555555-12121212-------|

C:-----------------------------------------------|

D:-----------------------------------------------|

A:-----------------------------------------------|

F:---7777-9/11/9-7777-9/11/9-666666-121212/111111|

C:-----------------------------------------------|

G:---5555-7/9/7--5555-7/9/7--444444-101010/999---|

C:-----------------------------------------------|

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Second Verse chords

The Second Verse chords for 'Have Faith in Me' by A Day to Remember in standard tuning are as follows:

D:-----------------------------------------------|

A:-----------------------------------------------|

F:-----------------------------------------------|

C:--999999999-000000-5555-22-555-----------------| x2 (Listen for strumming

G:--999999999-000000-5555-22-555-----------------| pattern)

C:--999999999-000000-5555-22-555-----------------|

For the Second Verse, the chords are played twice, with the suggested strumming pattern as indicated. The chords are relatively simple and follow a repetitive pattern, with the majority of the complexity coming from the strumming and rhythm.

The Second Verse chords for 'Have Faith in Me' build upon the previous section, which was the Pre-Chorus. The Pre-Chorus utilised the same D, A, F, C, and G chords but with a different strumming pattern. This transition from the Pre-Chorus to the Second Verse showcases a dynamic shift in the song, emphasising the lyrics and creating a sense of progression in the music.

Additionally, the Second Verse chords set the foundation for the subsequent sections of the song. After the Second Verse, the song returns to the Chorus, utilising the same chords but with varied strumming and rhythm to create a distinct musical phrase. This is followed by a Bridge section, which introduces new chords and progressions to add interest and variation to the song.

Overall, the Second Verse chords for 'Have Faith in Me' serve as a pivotal point in the song, building upon the Pre-Chorus and setting the stage for the upcoming Chorus and Bridge sections. The repetitive nature of the chords, coupled with the suggested strumming pattern, contributes to the overall structure and feel of this part of the song.