In Between Days ( by The Cure ) – Ukulele Playalong

 

 

Click here for chords and lyrics on 2 sheets ( pdf )

Here’s a classic 80’s tune from the Cure.

The band was formed in 1976 in Crawley ( GB ).

Robert Smith is the mastermind and the only original member that’s still in the band.

 

We made the song slightly slower than the original to give it a more relaxed touch.

I used only three strings for the E major chord to make the changes easier. Just dampen the first string with your ringfinger. Of course you can use the usual E ( 4442 ) or E7 ( 1202 ) too.

I suggest a full barre´ over 4 strings for the B minor chord. For a lot of players it’s easier to grip than the traditional way with a barre´ over 3 strings ( 4222 ). Just do as you please.

 

The strumming is rather simple. It switches to an offbeat rhythm every second bar:

1		2		3		4
D		D		D	U		U
1		2		3		4
	U		U		U	D	U

U = upbeat

D = downbeat

 

The Cure influenced a lot of musicians. Mr. Smith wrote so many great songs.

Their most famous time was in the 80’s. But they still know how to rock a stage.

For more informations on this song and the decade please visit 2bitmonkey.

Is The Cure still an important band to you ?

Happy strumming !

 

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