Rivermaya - Hilo Chords

Intro: Bb-Bbm(2x)

   A-Am          A-Am
La la ra ra... la ra ra...
       F           G    A
Sa panaginip lang ako nakakatulog
A      Am    A     Am
La...la ra  ra la ra ra
      F           G 
Sa kaiisip ko sa 'yo
    D 
Nalimutan ko nang mabuhay
     C 
At untiang namamatay
  B
Paikot-ikot, ikot-ikot
Bb
Ikot-ikot, ikot-ikot.

Chorus

    A    E
Hmm,  wo-oh
C           D      A-E  C 
Hilo sa pan*langin kong   yakapin
       D-A-E
   mo ako
  C        D         A-E    C 
Sabog sa pan*langin kong   hagkan
          D-A-Am(2x)
   mo lang ako.

(1st verse chords)

La ra ra...
Mga panaginip ko'y iyong mga bangungot
La ra ra...
Pinapag-isip mo pa ako
Ng kung anu-anong bagay
Na hindi ko mahintay
Paikot-ikot, ikot-ikot
ikot-ikot, ikot-ikot.

Adlib:  Chord pattern(A-C-A-C-D-A-E-C-D)

(Chord pattern A-C-A-C-D)

Ikot-ikot, ikot-ikot.



How to play "Hilo" by Rivermaya on guitar

Chords Overview:
"Hilo" by Rivermaya features a set of chords that oscillates between major
and minor tones, reflecting the song's lyrical themes of confusion and
emotional turmoil. The chords include Bb, Bbm, A, Am, F, G, D, and C.

Intro and Verse Chords:
- The song opens with an alternating pattern between Bb and Bbm, which sets
  a moody tone:
    Bb Bbm Bb Bbm
- Continue with A and Am for the vocalized melody lines:
    A Am A Am
  Strum these chords gently to complement the soft, la-la-style singing.
- The chord sequence for the lyrics transitions to F, G, D, and C, creating a
  path that builds up to the chorus:
    F G D C B Bb

Chorus Chords:
- The chorus employs a mix of major and minor chords to capture the emotional
  height of the song:
    A E C D A E C
    D A E C D A Am
- Focus on a smooth transition between these chords, using a rhythm that
  matches the vocal intensity. The chorus should feel more driven compared to
  the verses.

Verse Reprise:
- Repeat the same chord patterns from the first verse for the second verse,
  maintaining the theme and tone. This repetition helps to reinforce the
  song's theme of cyclic thoughts and feelings.

Adlib Section:
- The adlib section provides space for a guitar solo or instrumental fill
  over the chord pattern:
    A C A C D A E C D
  This should be played expressively, reflecting the song's theme of
  disorientation and introspection.

General Tips:
- Ensure each chord is played clearly to capture the nuances of major and
  minor shifts throughout the song.
- Pay attention to the dynamics, gradually building through the verse to
  reach a peak in the chorus, then slightly pulling back in the verses again.

Common Mistakes:
- Rushing through the chord transitions can disrupt the song's emotional flow.
  Take time to let each chord resonate.
- Not varying the strumming intensity between the verses and chorus can make
  the song sound flat. Use a softer approach for verses and a more forceful
  strum for choruses.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Hilo" (Dizzy) metaphorically describes the state of being emotionally
overwhelmed and confused, possibly by love or a deep personal reflection.
The lyrics delve into the feelings of being consumed by thoughts of someone
else to the point of losing oneself.