Rivermaya - The Sight Of You Chords

Intro: G G/C

I:

 G
Indecisions are eating me up inside
I need a pill to expectorate my pride
What's wrong with me?
I'm losing control

 G
I was never good with gravity
It seems so simple yet so strenuous
I can see a thoguth bubble
And it goes something like

CHorus:

G/C-G-G/C-G-D/F#-G/C-Am
Hi! Can I be your friends just for tonight?
We don't even need to talk
Just speak with our eyes
Just the sight of you is more than enogut

II:

 G
The hand that moves all day
Tick, tock, tick, tock
I think I'm so out of tip top to shape

 Em-Bm-A-G
Huffin and puffin she blew my heart away
Blew my heart

 C
Please, Please, Please
Feel free to burst my bubble

(Repeat Chorus)

Bridge:

 C G D
Can I ask for a favor
I hop you don't mind
Will you let me know, will you let me know
When your status, changes to out of relationship

Instrumental:

Repeat Chorus



How to play "The Sight Of You" by Rivermaya on guitar

"The Sight Of You" by Rivermaya features a mellow chord progression with some 
interesting transitions that can be a great exercise for guitarists looking to 
expand their chord vocabulary.

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

Playing Style: The song has a relaxed feel, combining strumming and arpeggiated 
picking to convey its reflective and introspective mood.

Intro:
- Chord Progression: G, G/C
- Strumming Pattern: Start with a light strum or an arpeggio to set the song's 
  mellow tone. The use of G/C adds a nice texture, enriching the standard G chord.

Verse:
- Chords: Primarily G, shifting to Em, Bm, A, and G for the second verse.
- Strumming Pattern: Maintain a steady down-up pattern. The verse stays 
  relatively simple, focusing on conveying the lyrics clearly.

Chorus:
- Chord Progression: G/C, G, G/C, G, D/F#, G/C, Am
- Strumming Pattern: This part of the song might benefit from a more expressive 
  strumming to match the lyrical content. Emphasize the transitions, especially 
  when moving to D/F# and Am, which provide a deeper emotional pull.

Bridge:
- Chords: C, G, D
- Tips: The bridge presents a great opportunity to change the song’s dynamics. 
  Consider using a mix of strumming and picking to highlight the emotional plea 
  in the lyrics. 

Instrumental:
- Follow the chord pattern of the chorus or the verse depending on the part of 
  the song it parallels.

General Tips:
- Tuning: Ensure your guitar is well-tuned to capture the nuances of the chords,
  especially with the slash chords like G/C and D/F# which add harmonic depth.
- Tone: A clean acoustic tone fits well with the song's introspective nature. If 
  using an electric guitar, keep effects minimal to maintain clarity.
- Practice: Focus particularly on mastering the slash chords and transitions 
  between them, as these are crucial for maintaining the flow and emotional 
  impact of the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Losing timing during the transitions between slash chords and regular chords. 
  Practice these transitions slowly to ensure smooth execution.
- Overstrumming in the quieter parts of the song can overpower the vocals. 
  Keep the strumming controlled to let the lyrics shine through.

Song's Lyrics Meaning:
"The Sight Of You" delves into themes of fleeting connections and the longing 
for deeper relationships, expressed through poetic lyrics that evoke a sense of 
nostalgic introspection and momentary encounters.