Rivermaya - Piping Tom Chords

Intro:D-C-D-C

D              
Hi! My name is tom
D              C
Why am I your only friend in here
D                 C
Is that your real name?
   D                  C
Ganyan ba talagang ichura mo
D                     C
Is spam your favorite food?
D                      C
Does it make you feel good?

Interlude: D-C-D-C

D                  C
You can put your blogs in here
D            C
You can put any picture
D           C
Just copy,paste
D             C
Put musical taste

Bm            F#m          Bm           A
Magpapanggap ng parang alam mo ang sinsabi mo
G           Bb
Wag magpatotooo
G         Bb          C
Invisible mode naman ako

Chorus:
D                C                      D
Nakalimutan mo na atang maglinis ng tengga
C                 D
Nabubulag sa kasaysayan
C                   D                C
Nakalimutan na ba ang sinsabi ng magulang na
Em                    G            Em                    G                 
Kung walang nasabing maganda ay tumahimik /(manahimik) nalang
D                               C
Don’t talk when your mouth is full of (ssh) it.



How to play "Piping Tom" by Rivermaya on guitar

Intro:
- Chords: D, C
- Begin the song with a straightforward strumming pattern on D and C.
  Use a steady, rhythmic pace to set a conversational tone as reflected in the lyrics.
- This intro sets the stage for a song with a casual and somewhat critical tone.

Verse:
- Continue using the D and C chords for the verse sections.
- "Hi! My name is tom, Why am I your only friend in here," maintain the same
  strumming pattern, focusing on delivering the lyrics with a clear and engaging rhythm.
- The simple back-and-forth between D and C keeps the focus on the lyrics, which
  appear to question the authenticity and nature of online interactions.

Interlude:
- Repeat the D, C progression as in the intro.
- This serves as a brief pause to reflect on the initial verse before moving on to
  more detailed observations in the next verse.

Verse (Continuation):
- Use the same chords, D and C.
- "You can put your blogs in here, You can put any picture," the repetition of the
  chords mirrors the repetitive nature of online content sharing.
- Keep the strumming light but precise to maintain the song’s conversational tone.

Bridge:
- Chords: Bm, F#m, Bm, A, G, Bb, C
- "Magpapanggap ng parang alam mo ang sinsabi mo, Wag magpatotooo,"
  transition to a more complex sequence to reflect the shift in lyrical intensity.
- This part of the song adds depth, questioning the pretense often found in
online personas.
- Strum more intensely here to emphasize the critique of inauthentic behavior.

Chorus:
- Chords: D, C, Em, G
- "Nakalimutan mo na atang maglinis ng tengga, Nabubulag sa kasaysayan,"
  use D and C to lead into a more reflective and critical chorus.
- When transitioning to Em and G, highlight the admonition in the lyrics,
  suggesting a return to traditional values of politeness and thoughtfulness.
- This chorus is both catchy and thought-provoking, using melody 
o reinforce the message.

Outro:
- End on the D and C chords as used throughout the song.
- Conclude with a final, emphatic strum on D to close off the discussion
initiated in the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Not varying strumming intensity between the verse, bridge, and chorus,
  which can cause the song to lose its dynamic appeal.
- Losing the rhythmic pattern, especially in the bridge where chord changes
are more frequent.

General Tips:
- Practice the chord transitions, especially from the simpler verse to the more
complex bridge.
- Listen to the original track to grasp the nuances of rhythm and dynamics.
- Pay attention to the lyrical delivery to ensure the song's message is conveyed
effectively.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Piping Tom" cleverly uses the story of 'Tom' as a metaphor to critique modern
social media habits
and the superficiality of online interactions. It questions the authenticity and
the ethical implications
of how we present ourselves and interact in the digital age, encouraging
a reflection on our online behaviors.