Official Video to Play Along
“More Than Words” Song Information
“More Than Words” is a song by the American rock band Extreme. It was released as a single in 1991 from their album “Pornograffitti”.
The song was written by the band’s lead vocalist Gary Cherone and guitarist Nuno Bettencourt.
“More Than Words” is a soft acoustic ballad that features two-part harmony vocals and fingerstyle guitar playing.
It became a massive hit for the band, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and topping the charts in several other countries, including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
The song’s lyrics describe the power of words and the importance of actions to express true feelings in a relationship.
The song’s simplicity and heartfelt message resonated with audiences, making it one of the most beloved and iconic ballads of the 1990s.
In addition to its commercial success, “More Than Words” has also been critically acclaimed and has been covered by many artists in various genres.
It has been featured in numerous films, TV shows, and commercials, cementing its place as a timeless classic.
Baritone Ukulele Chords (DGBE)
A baritone ukulele is the largest of the four main types of ukuleles, with a longer scale length and a deeper, richer tone than the other sizes.
Baritone ukuleles are typically tuned to a lower pitch than the other ukulele sizes, usually in the key of G.
Chords Used:
[Intro]
E Aadd9 Gbm7 A B E
Aadd9 Gbm7 A
B E
[Verse 1]
E Aadd9
Saying "I love you",
Gbm7 A B E Aadd9
Is not the words I want to hear from you. It's not that I
Gbm7
want you not to say,
A B Dbm Gbm7
But if you only knew, How
B7 E B/D# Dbm
easy it would be to show me how you feel.
[Chorus]
Gbm7 B7 E7/Ab A
More than words is all you have to do to make it real.
A Am E
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me,
Gbm7 B7 E
'Cause I'd already know.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you do if my heart was torn in two?
Gbm7
More than words to show you feel,
B7 E
That your love for me is real.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you say if I took those words away?
Gbm7
Then you couldn't make things new,
B7 E Aadd9
Just by saying I love you.
[Interlude]
Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E
More than words.
Aadd9 Gbm7 B7
La di da, la di da.
[Verse 2]
E Aadd9 Gbm7 Gbm7 A B E Aadd9
Now that I've tried to talk to you and make you understand, All you
Gbm7 Gbm7
have to do is close your eyes,
A B Dbm Gbm7 Gbm7 B7
And just reach out your hands and touch me.
E B/D# Dbm
Hold me close, don't e ver let me go.
[Chorus]
Gbm7 Gbm7 B7 E7/Ab A
More than words is all I ever need ed you to show.
A Am E
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me,
Gbm7 B7 E
'Cause I'd already know.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you do if my heart was torn in two?
Gbm7
More than words to show you feel,
B7 E
That your love for me is real.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you say if I took those words away?
Gbm7
Then you couldn't make things new,
B7 E Aadd9
Just by saying I love you.
[Interlude]
Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E
More than words.
Aadd9 Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E
More than words.
Aadd9 Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E Aadd9
More than words.
Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da.
B B/D#
More than words.
[Outro]
B Dbsus4 Gbm7
La di da da da, la di da.
B
More than words.
E Aadd9 Em/G Gbm7 ED-Tuned Ukulele Chords (ADF#B)
Chords Used:
Left-Handed Ukulele Chords (GCEA)
Left-handed ukuleles are specially designed for left-handed players, who may find it uncomfortable or difficult to play a standard right-handed ukulele.
A left-handed ukulele is essentially the same as a right-handed ukulele, but with the strings reversed so that the G string is closest to the floor when the ukulele is held in playing position.
Chords Used:
[Intro]
E Aadd9 Gbm7 A B E
Aadd9 Gbm7 A
B E
[Verse 1]
E Aadd9
Saying "I love you",
Gbm7 A B E Aadd9
Is not the words I want to hear from you. It's not that I
Gbm7
want you not to say,
A B Dbm Gbm7
But if you only knew, How
B7 E B/D# Dbm
easy it would be to show me how you feel.
[Chorus]
Gbm7 B7 E7/Ab A
More than words is all you have to do to make it real.
A Am E
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me,
Gbm7 B7 E
'Cause I'd already know.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you do if my heart was torn in two?
Gbm7
More than words to show you feel,
B7 E
That your love for me is real.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you say if I took those words away?
Gbm7
Then you couldn't make things new,
B7 E Aadd9
Just by saying I love you.
[Interlude]
Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E
More than words.
Aadd9 Gbm7 B7
La di da, la di da.
[Verse 2]
E Aadd9 Gbm7 Gbm7 A B E Aadd9
Now that I've tried to talk to you and make you understand, All you
Gbm7 Gbm7
have to do is close your eyes,
A B Dbm Gbm7 Gbm7 B7
And just reach out your hands and touch me.
E B/D# Dbm
Hold me close, don't e ver let me go.
[Chorus]
Gbm7 Gbm7 B7 E7/Ab A
More than words is all I ever need ed you to show.
A Am E
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me,
Gbm7 B7 E
'Cause I'd already know.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you do if my heart was torn in two?
Gbm7
More than words to show you feel,
B7 E
That your love for me is real.
B/D# Dbm A
What would you say if I took those words away?
Gbm7
Then you couldn't make things new,
B7 E Aadd9
Just by saying I love you.
[Interlude]
Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E
More than words.
Aadd9 Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E
More than words.
Aadd9 Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da, di da da da.
B E Aadd9
More than words.
Gbm7 Gbm7 A
La di da, la di da.
B B/D#
More than words.
[Outro]
B Dbsus4 Gbm7
La di da da da, la di da.
B
More than words.
E Aadd9 Em/G Gbm7 EBrief History of Extreme (Band)
Extreme is an American rock band that was formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1985. The band consists of lead vocalist Gary Cherone, guitarist Nuno Bettencourt, bassist Pat Badger, and drummer Kevin Figueiredo.
Extreme’s music is a blend of various genres, including hard rock, heavy metal, funk, and pop.
The band’s early albums, including their self-titled debut album in 1989 and “Pornograffitti” in 1990, established them as a popular rock band, known for their guitar solos, harmonies, and catchy melodies.
However, it was their acoustic ballad “More Than Words” that became their biggest hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1991.
Throughout their career, Extreme has released a total of six studio albums and has sold over 10 million records worldwide. Some of their other popular songs include “Hole Hearted,” “Get the Funk Out,” and “Decadence Dance.”
Extreme has also gained a reputation for their high-energy live performances, with Bettencourt often showcasing his guitar skills with extended solos and improvisations.
The band has gone through several lineup changes over the years, but they continue to tour and record new music, keeping their fanbase engaged and entertained.
