“Every Rose Has Its Thorn” by Poison is a timeless power ballad, beloved for its heartfelt lyrics and memorable melodies. For guitar players, it’s a fantastic song to learn, offering a blend of simple chords and emotional expression. Here’s how you can play “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” using easy guitar chords.
Chord Progression:
The song primarily uses a straightforward chord progression, making it accessible for guitarists of all levels. The main chords you’ll need are G, Cadd9, D, and Em. Cadd9 is a variation of C, adding a softer, more melodic feel that fits the song perfectly.
Verse 1:
G Cadd9
I listen to our favorite song
G Cadd9
Playing on the radio
G Cadd9
Hear the DJ say loves a game of easy come and
Cadd9
Easy go
G Cadd9
But I wonder does he know
G Cadd9
Has he ever felt like this
D
And I know that you’d be here right now
C
If I could have let you know somehow I guess
Chorus:
G Cadd9
Every rose has its thorn
G Cadd9
Just like every night has its dawn
G D Cadd9 G
Just like every cowboy sings his sad, sad song
G Cadd9
Every rose has its thorn
Bridge:
Em D
Though it’s been a while now
Cadd9 G G/F#
can still feel so much pain
Em D
Like a knife that cuts you the wound heals
C
But the scar, that scar remains
Guitar Solo: (Chords follow Verse/Chorus progression – G Cadd9 G Cadd9 |Em D| Cadd9 – G G/F# | |Em D | C)
Verse 2:
G Cadd9
I know I could have saved a love that night
G Cadd9
If I’d known what to say
G Cadd9
Instead of makin’ love
Cadd9
We both made our separate ways
G Cadd9
But now I hear you found somebody new
G Cadd9
And that I never meant that much to you
D
To hear that tears me up inside
C
And to see you cuts me like a knife I guess
Chorus:
G Cadd9
Every rose has its thorn
G Cadd9
Just like every night has its dawn
G D Cadd9 G
Just like every cowboy sings his sad, sad song
G Cadd9
Every rose has its thorn
Outro:
Cadd9 G/F# G
Learning “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” guitar chords is a rewarding experience. Practice these chords and the song structure, and you’ll be playing this classic hit in no time. Enjoy!
