Play Thousands of I Love Yous: GUITAR SINGING

Thousands of I love you Chords and Song: Our advice

If you are looking to learn how to play and sing “Thousands of I Love You” by Slimane, you've come to the right place! This powerful track combines expressive acoustic guitar and nuanced vocals, perfect for challenging yourself. In this lesson, I'll guide you on which chords to play on guitar with a capo on fret 2, give you tips on vocal technique, and help you master every part of this emotional song.

Thousands of I Love You Chords and Song: Guitar Chords

First of all, you need to understand the chords to accompany yourself on the guitar this song. The capo at fret 2 is essential to reproduce the original sound of the song while avoiding some difficult barre notes. Here are the main chords to use:

Thousands of I love you Chords and Song: Chord grid of “Thousands of I love you”

1. Em (E minor)
   • Notes : E – G – B
2. D/F# (D major with bass of F#)
   • Notes : D – F# – A
   • BASS : Fa#
   • Trick : It is a D major chord (D – F# – A) in which the note Fa# is on the bass. This inversion makes the progression more melodic and makes it easier to bass line (for example, when you go from Em to G).
3. G (G major)
   • Notes : G – B – D
4. Bm (B minor)
   • Notes : B – D – F#
5. VS (C major)
   • Notes : Do – Mi – Sol
6. D (D major)
   • Notes : D – F# – A

Thousands of I love you Chords and Song: Typical sequence

One of the progressions often used for “Thousands of I love yous” East :
Em – D/F# – G – Bm – C – D

• Em → D/F# : Lowers the bass one tone (E → F#), creating a sympathetic harmonic movement.
• D/F# → G : Then go up a semitone (F# → G) to land gently on the G major chord.

These chords will allow you to play the entire song using simple transitions while maintaining the authenticity of the song.

Thousands of I Love You Chords and Vocals: Song Structure and Chord Sequence

Intro

The intro of the song is played with the following chords:

• Em, D/F#, G, Bm

The chords are played rhythmically, but pay attention to the speed of the sequences, which are in quarter notes. It is important to time each transition well so as not to lose the rhythm.

Verses

The verses follow a specific sequence that is repeated twice before moving on to the next one. Here are the chords to play:

• Em, Bm, C, D x 2
• Em, D/F#, G, Bm, C

The chords of the verse are played with a dotted half note followed by a quarter note. This rhythm allows you to mark the accents while maintaining the fluidity of the sequences.

Pre-Chorus

The chords of the pre-chorus are identical to those of the intro:

• Em, D/F#, G, Bm, C

They are played with the same rhythm, but the energy begins to rise. The pre-chorus marks a transition before the explosion of the chorus.

Chorus

The chorus is very important and must be played with some power. The chords to play are:

• G, D, Em, C, D

The chord rhythms are in half notes and whole notes, which helps to clearly mark the structure of the song. The emphasis should be on the voice, and the chord changes are done in a fluid but firm manner.

Bridge

The bridge is a moment of contrast in the song. The chords are softer and darker:

• Dm, C, G

This is where the dynamics of the song change, so be sure to play these chords with a little more restraint to build tension before returning to the chorus.

Thousands of I Love You Chords and Singing: Vocal Tips

Mastering the singing of “Thousands of I Love Yous”

The vocals in “Des Milles de je t'aime” are very expressive, and it takes a lot of vocal work to get the same result as Slimane. Here are some important things to consider for your vocal performance.

Vocal distortion and breathiness

One of the key aspects of the vocals in this song is distortion. This helps to give texture and power to the vocals. Remember to support your vocals by using proper placement and engaging your diaphragm. Breath is also very important to maintain energy throughout the song.

Chest singing and belting

Slimane's singing is very chesty and uses a belting technique, which gives his voice an impressive power. To achieve this same effect, you have to support your voice well with the right posture and breathing. It is important to open your voice while controlling the pressure so as not to force and risk damaging your vocal cords.

Appoggiaturas and oriental vibes

“Thousands of I Love You” contains several appoggiaturas, which are these little slipped notes that give a very ornate side to the melody. These appoggiaturas add a touch of oriental music, and it is essential to master them well to give this unique character to the song.

Adaptation of singing for female voices

If you find that some passages are too low for a female voice, such as “si je les aimes fort toi…”, it is perfectly acceptable to sing this part an octave higher. This will allow you to stay in a comfortable range while maintaining the emotional impact of the song.

The choruses: open the voice and support

During the choruses, the goal is to support your voice and open up the sound. The intensity must rise, but don't forget to keep control so as not to lose power and expression.

The bridge: difference of interpretation

The bridge of the song consists of two identical parts of text, but sung in different ways. Listen carefully to Slimane's interpretation to catch the nuances in the singing. The way he varies the intensity and dynamics between the two parts gives all the richness to this passage.

The last chorus: sweetness and power

After the bridge, the chorus that follows should be sung softly before launching the end of the song with all the necessary power. It is important to mark this transition by modulating the intensity so as not to give everything at once.

The end: the voice alone

At the end of the song, the voice ends alone. It is crucial to keep the vocal support while gradually decreasing the dynamics. It is an intimate moment, where emotion must take precedence over power.