Rivermaya - Sugal Ng Kapalaran Chords

Intro: F#-D-A-Bm(2x)

Verse 1:
A                      C#m
Nabubuhay ng parang panagi
A                        C#m
Kung pwede lang waa katapusan
A                  C#m
Parang nabisita na ang langit
A                       G#
Ikabit nang pakpak at lumipad
G                       C  
Nakita nang lahat ng gusto
G                        C
Di akalaing makakamit ito
Bm      
Sana'y di na magising
A                 
Wag mo nakong gigisingin
Bm              A
Sana'y di na magising

Chorus:
F#     A                   D
Paano kung hindi na makamit 
           Bm    D   A
ang pangarap naminsan ay
 Bm
nahawakan na?
F#     A   D               Bm
Paano maibabalik ang pangarap
D     A       Bm        D
Meron pa nga nang pag-asa
Pag-asa?

(Repeat Intro)

Verse 2:
D            Bm
Pirmihang kasiyahan
D             Bm
Sana ay di matakasan
D                               Bm
Pwede bang magpakulong habang buhay?
D                 C#m
Pwede ba?Oh Pwede ba?

G                  C
Sang ayon ka bang i-sugal ang
G      C
kapalaran?
Bm
Kelan ba magigising?
A
Tama na ang panaginip
Bm               A
Kelan ba magigising?

(Repeat Chorus)

(Do Chorus Chords)
Bakit ba bihira
matuloy ang panaginip
kapag ikaw ay nagising na?
Paano kung hindi na magising
sa umaga?
Dito ba mas liligaya?
D        Bm
Mas Liligaya



How to play "Sugal Ng Kapalaran" by Rivermaya on guitar

"Sugal Ng Kapalaran" by Rivermaya features a dynamic chord progression that
explores themes of dreams, reality, and the risks we take. This song is ideal
for intermediate players due to its varied chords and emotional depth.

- Chords used: F#, D, A, Bm, C#m, G#, G, C
- Capo: No capo required
- Tuning: Standard tuning (E A D G B E)

Playing Style: The song uses a mix of strumming and arpeggiated chords to 
convey its narrative, with shifts in dynamics to highlight the lyrical themes.

Intro:
- Chord Progression: F# D A Bm (repeated twice)
- Strumming Pattern: Start with a gentle strum or an arpeggio to set the
  reflective mood of the song.

Verse:
- Chord Progression: A, C#m, A, G#, G, C, Bm, A
- Strumming Pattern: Use a consistent strumming pattern, emphasizing the 
  transitions between the chords to reflect the lyrical shifts from dreams 
  to reality.
- Focus: Pay attention to the emotional delivery, especially on the lines 
  "Sana'y di na magising, Wag mo nakong gigisingin," which express a desire 
  to remain in a dreamlike state.

Chorus:
- Chord Progression: F# A D Bm D A Bm, F# A D Bm D A Bm D
- Strumming Pattern: Increase the intensity here to highlight the emotional
  and thematic climax of the song, where the lyrics question the possibility
  of reclaiming lost dreams.

Verse 2:
- Follows the same chord progression as Verse 1 but with additional emphasis 
  on the existential questions about happiness and reality.
- Tips: Reflect the song’s deeper narrative about life choices and destiny
  through more expressive strumming or dynamics.

Bridge:
- Chord Progression: G, C, Bm, A
- Strumming Pattern: Use this section to build up towards the final chorus,
  perhaps shifting to a more rhythmic strumming to prepare for the climax.

General Tips:
- Tuning: Ensure your guitar is well-tuned to capture the nuances of the 
  chords, especially the minor and major transitions.
- Tone: A clean tone with slight reverb can help enhance the emotional 
  resonance of the song.
- Practice: Focus on the transitions between major and minor chords and 
  practice the strumming dynamics to match the song's lyrical intensity.

Common Mistakes:
- Not adjusting the strumming intensity to match the lyrical content can 
  lead to a flat performance. Adjust your dynamics to reflect the shifts in 
  the song's narrative.
- Rushing through the chord changes, especially in the chorus where the 
  progression is more complex. Practice these changes slowly to ensure each
  chord is clear and well-timed.

Song's Lyrics Meaning:
"Sugal Ng Kapalaran" translates to "Gambling with Fate" in English, and the 
song explores the tension between cherished dreams and the harsh realities of 
life, questioning whether it's worth taking risks for what one truly desires.