Rivermaya - Grounded Chords

tune: standard

intro: 
G,Em,Am,C,Bm,G (2x)
G             Em            Am                C   Bm    Am
Grounded ang girlfriend ko hindi pinapagamit ng telepono
G             Em            Am                C   Bm    Am
grounded ang girlfriend ko may balak pa naman gumimik uli sa disco 

Churos:

D5        E5    C5    D5   E5    A5       D5    E5    C5      D5   
Ngunit hindi ko sya ipagpapalit kahit na kanino mang mas malaya

G             Em            Am                C   Bm    Am
Grounded ang girlfriend ko hindi maaring dumalaw sa kanila
G             Em            Am                C   Bm    Am
Grounded ang girlfriend ko ayaw kung manood ng sineng mag-isa

(Back to churos)
hetong sabihin mo sa tatay mo,
E--------------------------------------------|
B--8-10-10b11-8-8-10-10b11-8-8-10-10b-10-10b-|
G-9------------9-----------------------------|(makinig ka u      
D--------------------------------------------|sa timing)
A--------------------------------------------|
E--------------------------------------------|
then Am,(2x)
                       Em                    G    
wag kang masyadong mag aalala lalo ka lamang tatanda
             C                           D 
mabuti pay payagan mo na prinsisang iniibig nating dalawa 

(back to intro 2x then chorus)

D5        E5    C5    D5   E5    A5       D5    E5    C5      D5   
Ngunit hindi ko sya ipagpapalit kahit na kanino mang mas malaya

(do the chords the on the top)
Grounded..grounded..grounded...grounded.hehehed 

(End chords G)



How to play "Grounded" by Rivermaya on guitar

Chords Overview:
"Grounded" employs a mix of open and power chords, which provides a good
practice opportunity for handling different types of chord shapes. The song
uses G, Em, Am, C, Bm in the verses and power chords like D5, E5, C5, A5 in
the chorus.

Intro and Verses:
- Begin the song with the chord progression G, Em, Am, C, Bm, G. Play this
  sequence twice to form the intro and use it similarly for the verses. Here
  are the chord shapes:
  G: 320003
  Em: 022000
  Am: x02210
  C: x32010
  Bm: x24432
- The strumming pattern can be straightforward, emphasizing downstrokes to
  drive the rhythm, matching the pace and mood of the lyrics.

Chorus Chords and Strumming:
- Transition to power chords in the chorus, which gives the song a more robust
  sound:
  D5: xx023x
  E5: xx245x
  C5: x355xx
  A5: x022xx
- Use a mix of down and up strums to create a dynamic and energetic rhythm.
  Make sure to accent the changes in chords to highlight the lyrical content.

Guitar Solo:
- The song features a guitar lick that you should play with attention to the
  bends and timing:
  E--------------------------------------------|
  B--8-10-10b11-8-8-10-10b11-8-8-10-10b-10-10b-|
  G-9------------9-----------------------------|
  D--------------------------------------------|
  A--------------------------------------------|
  E--------------------------------------------|
- This lick is played over the Am chord, followed by Em and G. Listen to the
  song to get the timing right and to integrate the lick seamlessly into the
  performance.

Bridge:
- The bridge lyrics "wag kang masyadong mag aalala lalo ka lamang tatanda" use
  the chords Em, G, C, and D. Strum these chords gently to reflect the more
  introspective mood of the bridge.

General Tips:
- Ensure your guitar is tuned to standard tuning before playing.
- Practice the transitions between open and power chords to maintain smoothness
  and musicality throughout the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Not paying attention to the rhythm during the chorus can lead to a loss of
  impact in the power chords.
- Rushing through the guitar solo without proper timing and feel for the bends.

Lyrics Meaning:
The song humorously discusses the scenario of a boyfriend whose girlfriend is
grounded, exploring themes of restriction and desire for freedom within the
context of a relationship.