Rivermaya - Karayom Chords

INTRO:
A-C#-D-Dm

VERSE:
   A                 C#
Natusok ka ng isang karayom
      D                       Dm
na gimagamit mo pantahi ng butas na palda mo
       A                   C#
talagang ganyan wag kang matakot 
     D                  Dm     
hayaan mo at bukas ay wala na ang kirot

PRE-CHORUS:
     C#m          D       C#m        D   Dm     
pikit mo na lang muna ang iyong mga mata

CHORUS
A  Bm      Dm              A
AHH!!!hinay hinay lang riyan sinta
A   Bm      Dm               A
AHH!!!wag ka nang lumuha wag ka nang lumuha 

VERSE II

Kumusta ka? iniisip mo ba?
di mo na malilimutan ang araw na ito
nangyari na, nangyari na
di na mauulit dugo at sakit na nadama

CHORUS
A  Bm      Dm              A
AHH!!!hinay hinay lang riyan sinta
A   Bm      Dm               A
AHH!!!wag ka nang lumuha wag ka nang lumuha 

ADLIB:
A-Bm-Dm-A<2X>



How to play "Karayom" by Rivermaya on guitar

Chords Used:
A - x02220
C# - x43121
D - xx0232
Dm - xx0231
C#m - x46654
Bm - x24432

Introduction to Chords:
- "Karayom" utilizes a progression that alternates between major and minor
  chords to convey a sense of tension and release.

Intro:
- The song starts with a progression: A, C#, D, Dm.
- Strumming Pattern: Opt for a simple down-up pattern, focusing on a
  clean transition between the major and minor tones.

Verse Progression:
  A                   C# 
  "Natusok ka ng isang karayom"
  D                       Dm 
  "na ginagamit mo pantahi ng butas na palda mo"
- Continue this pattern throughout the verses. The quick shift from D to Dm
  adds a subtle but effective emotional twist.

Pre-Chorus:
- C#m to D, repeated, ending on a Dm. 
- The pre-chorus builds up tension which is then resolved in the chorus.
- Strumming can be slightly intensified here to build up to the chorus.

Chorus:
- The chorus uses a straightforward A, Bm, Dm, A progression.
- Maintain a consistent rhythmic strumming pattern to carry the melody.
- Emphasize the lyrical delivery with dynamic strumming.

Common Mistakes:
- Losing the rhythm during the D to Dm transitions in the verses. Practice
  these changes to ensure they're smooth.
- Overstrumming in the chorus which can drown out the vocal melody.

Adlib Section:
- Follows the chorus pattern: A, Bm, Dm, A.
- This section can be played with a freer strumming style or even light
  plucking to vary the texture of the song.

General Tips:
- Keep the strumming steady but dynamic to reflect the emotional content 
  of the song.
- Tune your guitar correctly to ensure all chords sound clear and accurate.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Karayom" metaphorically discusses handling pain and recovery, likening
emotional healing to the physical sting of a needle. It offers a message
of reassurance that pain, while sharp and sudden, can fade with time.