Hey there, welcome to this week’s featured song! We’ve got a real gem for you: “I Am Not Okay” by Jelly Roll. This one’s raw, real, and packed with emotion—perfect for an acoustic set.

If you know Jelly Roll, you know his music hits right in the feels, and this song is no different. It’s all about those moments when you’re just not okay, and that honesty really connects with people. Playing this one stripped down on acoustic lets all that raw emotion take center stage.

These chords and lyrics are here to guide you. But honestly, the beauty of this song is in keeping it real and letting your own vibe shine through. Whether you’re playing for a crowd or just jamming at home, let the lyrics and melody do the talking.

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I am Not Okay – Jelly Roll

Intro
Em D C G

Verse 1
Em D G
I am not okay
C G
I’m barely getting by
Em D
I’m losing track of days
C G
And losing sleep at night
Em D G
I am not okay
C G
I’m hanging on the rails
Em D
So if I say I’m fine
C G
Just know I’ve learned to hide it well

Chorus
Em D C G
I know I can’t be the only one
Em D C
Who’s holding on for dear life
Em D
But God knows, I know
C G
When it’s all said and done
Em D
I’m not okay
C G
But it’s all gonna be alright
Em D
It’s not okay
C G Em7 D C G
But we’re all gonna be alright

Verse 2
Em D
I woke up today
C G
I almost stayed in bed
Em D
Had the devil on my back
C G
And voices in my head
D Em G
Some days it ain’t all bad
C G
Some days it all gets worse
Em D
Some days I swear I’m better off
C G
Layin’ in that dirt

Chorus
Em D C G
I know I can’t be the only one
Em D C
Who’s holding on for dear life
Em D
But God knows, I know
C G
When it’s all said and done
Em D
I’m not okay
C G
But it’s all gonna be alright
Em D
It’s not okay
C G
But we’re all gonna be alright
Em7 D C G
Gonna bе all right
Em7 D C G
Gonna be all right

Bridge
Em G
I know one day
C G
We’ll see the other side
Em D
The pain’ll wash away
C G
In a holy water tide
C
And we all gonna be alright

Out-Chorus
Em D C G
I know I can’t be the only one
Em D C
Who’s holding on for dear life
Em D
But God knows, I know
C G
When it’s all said and done
Em D
I’m not okay
C G
But it’s all gonna be alright
Em D
It’s not okay
C G
But we’re all gonna be alright
Em D
I’m not okay
C G
But it’s all gonna be alright

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So grab your guitar, take a deep breath, and dive into this one. Let it speak to you—and through you. You’ve got this!