Fink - Als Einmal Einer Nicht Kam Chords

[Intro]
Gm Am Dm C
 
[Verse 1]
 
Gm                        Am
Die treffen sich in einer Bar
Dm                C
Und erzählen sich da
Gm                        Am
Dinge, die niemals passiert sind
F
Oder war'n.
 
 
[Verse 2]
 
Gm                        Am
Verpasste Gelegenheiten
Dm                       C
Keine Reisen, jedenfalls keine weiten
Gm                        Am        F
Und wie einer einmal nicht kam
 
 
[Chorus]
                        Dm
Als einer einmal nicht kam
        Bb                F
Auf den niemand gewartet hatte
        Bb                F
Saßen wir einfach nur da
        Dm       C     F
Saßen wir einfach nur da
 
 
[Verse 3]
 
Gm                        Am
Kein bisschen Schnee lag in dem Winter
Dm                    C
Der ja kaum einer war
   Gm                       Am
Auch ich erinnere mich kaum noch
           F
An dieses Jahr
 
 
[Verse 4]
 
Gm                        Am
Ich hätte fast mal einen getroffen
Dm                    C
Doch der ging in eine Bar
   Gm             Am
Und erzählte dann da
                    F
Wie er einmal nicht kam
 
 
[Chorus]
                        Dm
Als einer einmal nicht kam
        Bb                F
Auf den niemand gewartet hatte
        Bb                F
Saßen wir einfach nur da
        Dm       C     F
Saßen wir einfach nur da
 
[Chorus]
 
                        Dm
Als einer einmal nicht kam
        Bb                F
Auf den niemand gewartet hatte
        Bb                F
Saßen wir einfach nur da
        Dm       C     F
Saßen wir einfach nur da

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To play "Als Einmal Einer Nicht Kam" by Fink on guitar, you'll be delving into
a piece that's both reflective and understated. The song uses a combination of
minor and major chords to evoke a sense of nostalgia and contemplation. Here's
how you can approach learning this song, broken down into its main components:
the intro, verses, and chorus.
Intro and Verses

The intro sets the tone with a progression of Gm, Am, Dm, and C. This progression
also forms the backbone of the verses. Let's start:

    Gm (G minor): Place your index finger to barre all strings at the 3rd fret, your ring
finger on the 5th fret of the A (5th) string, and your pinky on the 5th fret of the D (4th)
string. Middle finger goes on the 3rd fret of the B (2nd) string.

    Am (A minor): Use your index finger on the 1st fret of the B (2nd) string, your middle
finger on the 2nd fret of the D (4th) string, and your ring finger on the 2nd fret of the
G (3rd) string.

    Dm (D minor): Index finger on the 1st fret of the high E (1st) string, ring finger on the
3rd fret of the B (2nd) string, and middle finger on the 2nd fret of the G (3rd) string.

    C Major: Place your index finger on the 1st fret of the B (2nd) string, your middle finger
on the 2nd fret of the D (4th) string, and your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A (5th) string.

Transition smoothly between these chords, focusing on the emotional delivery of each
progression. The rhythm is steady and reflective, mirroring the storytelling nature of the lyrics.
Chorus

The chorus introduces a Bb chord, adding a rich layer to the song's narrative.
Here's how you play it:

    Bb (B flat) Major: For this chord, barre all the strings at the 1st fret with
your index finger. Place your ring finger across the D (4th), G (3rd), and B (2nd)
strings at the 3rd fret. If this is challenging, you can simplify it by just barring the
E (6th), A (5th), and D (4th) strings and not playing the higher strings.

    The transition from Dm to Bb to F and back to the verse progression should be
practiced slowly at first, focusing on clean chord changes and maintaining a steady rhythm.

Playing Technique and Expression

    Dynamics: Pay attention to the dynamics of the song. The verses are more
introspective, requiring a softer touch, while the chorus can be played with a bit
more volume and intensity to highlight the emotional peak of the song.

Strumming Pattern: The strumming pattern is relatively simple and should follow
the natural flow of the lyrics. A basic down-up strumming pattern will work, but feel
free to add subtle variations to match the storytelling element of the song.

    Emotional Delivery: The key to playing this song beautifully lies in how well you can
convey its emotional undertones. Listen to the original track multiple times to understand
how the chords, rhythm, and dynamics work together to tell the story.

Remember, learning any song is not just about mastering the chords but also about
understanding the song's essence and conveying its message through your playing.
"Als Einmal Einer Nicht Kam" offers a wonderful opportunity to explore storytelling
through music, with its poignant lyrics and captivating chord progressions.