Rivermaya - Lipad Chords

Tuning: Standard E A D G B E
Key: B minor

Intro:
Bm7          C#m7         D5
Harapin ang hamon ng pag-asa
Bm7          C#m7    D5
Harapin ang hamon ng bagong simula
Bm7 C#m7 D
(Wo-ohh..)



Verse I:
       G               D/F#
Kay tagal mo nang gustong lumipad
    Bm           A           G        Bm         A
Ngunit pangarap mo'y 'di hadlang, kahirapan (kahirapan)
     G              D/F#
Matagal mo nang gustong umangat
   Bm          C#m        G Bm
Handa ka na pero napabayaan
           A
Hindi mo kasalanan

Pre-chorus:
      G D
Panahon na, gumising
Bm           A           G D
Hawak mo ang susi sa mundo
        Bm        A
Sumama, para sa lahat ang byaheng ito

Refrain:
Bm7          C#m7         D5
Harapin ang hamon ng pag-asa
Bm7          C#m7    D5
Harapin ang hamon ng bagong simula
Bm7       C#m7          D5
Pangarap mo'y kusa na lang matutupad
G
Ngayong handa ka nang lumipad
G                            G
Ngayong handa ka nang lumipad
D      G D      G D           G              A
Lumipad, lumipad, lumipad, ngayong handa ka nang lumipad

Bridge:
Bm7 C#m7
Wo-ohh..
Bm7 C#m7
Wo-ohh..

Drum solo

Verse II:
          G D
Panahon na, lumaban
Bm            A          G
Hawak mo ang susi sa mundo
D           Bm
Man*lig, kasama ko kayo
A
Ligtas tayo

Refrain:
Bm7          C#m7         D5
Harapin ang hamon ng pag-asa
Bm7          C#m7    D5
Harapin ang hamon ng bagong simula
Bm7       C#m7          D5
Pangarap mo'y kusa na lang matutupad
G
Ngayong handa ka nang lumipad
G                            G
Ngayong handa ka nang lumipad
D      G D      G D      G D      G
Lumipad, lumipad, lumipad, lumipad..

Outro:
D      G D      G D
Lumipad, lumipad, lumipad,
   G           A
Ngayong handa ka nang lumipad



How to play "Lipad" on guitar

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B e)
Key: B minor

Intro Chords:
The intro sets an uplifting tone using Bm7, C#m7, 
and D5 to invoke a sense of hope and new beginnings.

Bm7        C#m7       D5
Harapin ang hamon ng pag-asa
Bm7        C#m7       D5
Harapin ang hamon ng bagong simula
Bm7 C#m7 D
(Wo-ohh..)

Playing Tips:
- Use a light strumming pattern to give space for 
  the vocals.
- Maintain a smooth transition between the chords 
  to keep the flow of the melody.

Verse I Chords:
The verse narrates a story of ambition and the 
struggles faced, using a mix of G, D/F#, Bm, A, 
and C#m chords.

    G            D/F#
Kay tagal mo nang gustong lumipad
Bm          A          G    Bm    A
Ngunit pangarap mo'y 'di hadlang, kahirapan
    G            D/F#
Matagal mo nang gustong umangat
Bm        C#m     G   Bm
Handa ka na pero napabayaan
          A
Hindi mo kasalanan

Playing Tips:
- Emphasize the emotional weight of the lyrics 
  by varying the strumming intensity.
- Pay attention to the bass notes in the chords 
  to highlight the melody.

Pre-chorus Chords:
This section builds anticipation with quicker 
chord changes and motivational lyrics.

    G   D
Panahon na, gumising
Bm        A         G   D
Hawak mo ang susi sa mundo
      Bm      A
Sumama, para sa lahat ang byaheng ito

Playing Tips:
- Focus on dynamic build-up towards the refrain.
- Use an assertive strumming pattern to convey 
  the message of awakening and action.

Refrain Chords:
The refrain repeats the intro pattern, underscoring 
the song's theme of seizing opportunities.

Bm7        C#m7       D5
Harapin ang hamon ng pag-asa
Bm7        C#m7       D5
Harapin ang hamon ng bagong simula
Bm7    C#m7        D5
Pangarap mo'y kusa na lang matutupad
G
Ngayong handa ka nang lumipad

Playing Tips:
- Let the chords resonate more here to fill the 
  sound space and inspire the listeners.
- Continue the light strumming pattern, adding 
  more force during the climax of the refrain.

Common Mistakes:
- Not maintaining consistent timing during 
  transitions.
- Overlooking the emotional connection with the 
  lyrics which can make the performance feel 
  mechanical.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Lipad" by Rivermaya encourages overcoming 
obstacles and reaching for dreams. It portrays 
the journey from hesitation to action, focusing 
on self-belief and the courage to face challenges 
head-on. This song is a reminder that everyone 
holds the key to their destiny, urging listeners 
to take flight towards their dreams.

Channel the song's hopeful spirit through your 
playing, ensuring that every chord and strum 
helps tell its powerful story.