Rivermaya - Atat Chords

Tuning (Standard)
Intro riff: (notes) A-A-C#-D-E-G-A-C#-D-E-A

(Chorus)
D              G              Em   A
  gusto ko sanang makita ka
D          G           Em    A
  kanina pa ako atat sa'yo
D              G     Em    A
  medyo naiipit lang ako
Bb                  A        D
sana'y maghintay ka lang

D               G
  hindi ako mapakali
F#m                A
       sa aking upuan
D                          G
  wala na dito ang isip ko
F#m                 A
       nauna na riyan
Bb                    C             F
    malapit na kasi ang uwian
                    G
sa wakas makikita muli
   A
kita

D                 G
  patungo na po ako
F#m      A
     sa sakayan
D                             G
  wala bang jeep na di puno?
F#m             A
     sasabit nalang
Bb                     C                         F
   tama bang bumuhos nalang bigla ang ulan?
                  G
shempre lusaw ang
                             A
engineering ng buhok
 

Instrumental (D G Em A)2x

 

(Bridge)

Am                D
     medyo malapit na ako
Em
sa eskwela mo
Am          D                Em
     sana'y matupad ang nais ko
Bb                                     C
   sa pagdaan ng jeepning sinasakyan

                      F
sana ay matanaw ka habang wala pa
        G            A
ang iyong sundo

 

(Additional Chords)

(E A F#m B)2x

(D G Em A Bb A C G Bb A)



How to play "Atat" on guitar

Intro Riff:
- Start the song with the note sequence: A, A, C#, D, E, G, A, C#, D, E, A.
- This riff sets an excited and anticipatory mood right from the beginning.

Chorus Chords:
- Use D, G, Em, and A for the chorus, conveying the eagerness of the lyrics.
- Strum each chord clearly to match the upbeat tempo of the song.

Verse Chords:
- The verses follow the chord progression D, G, F#m, A, switching to Bb, C, and F as the tension builds.
- Maintain a rhythmic strumming pattern to keep the song's energetic pace.

Bridge:
- The bridge shifts to Am, D, Em, transitioning to a reflective tone.
- Soften your strumming here to highlight the introspective lyrics.

Instrumental Section:
- Repeat the instrumental sequence D, G, Em, A twice.
- This is a great part to showcase rhythmic strumming and transition smoothly between sections.

Additional Chords:
- For the outro or additional sections, use the sequence E, A, F#m, B twice, followed by D, G, Em, A, Bb, A, C, G, Bb, A.
- This extended chord sequence brings variety and a dynamic conclusion to the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Not switching cleanly between the quick chord changes especially from Bb to C and F.
- Losing the initial energy during the instrumental sections can detract from the overall impact.

General Tips:
- Practice the chord transitions slowly at first to ensure accuracy, then gradually increase your speed.
- Pay attention to the lyrical content to help guide the emotional expression through your strumming dynamics.

Lyrics Meaning:
- "Atat" captures the feeling of eager anticipation and excitement about meeting someone special, often facing
  the frustrating obstacles of daily commuting and unexpected delays.