Rivermaya - Ulan Chords

[Intro]
G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D

[Verse 1]
G Cadd9   G Cadd9
Hiwaga ng panahon
G Cadd9   D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
Lakbay ng ambon
G Cadd9       G Cadd9
Sa piyesta ng dahon
G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
Ako’y sumilong
G Cadd9      G Cadd9
Daan-daang larawan ang
   G Cadd9    D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
nagdaraan sa aking paningin
G Cadd9      G Cadd9
Daan-daang nakaraan
   G Cadd9    D - Dsus2 - D
ibinabalik ng simoy ng hangin

[Pre-Chorus]
Am        Em
Tatawa na lamang
Am          Em
At ba’t hihikbi
C                       D
Ang aking damdamin pinaglalaruan ng
D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
baliw at ng

[Chorus]
 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
Ulan
Cadd9     D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
At sino’ng di mapapasayaw ng
 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
ulan
Cadd9         D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
At sino’ng di mababaliw sa ulan

[Interlude]
G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D

[Verse 2]
G Cadd9    G Cadd9
Hinulog ng langit
G Cadd9       D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
Na siyang nag-ampon
G Cadd9     G Cadd9
Libo-libong alaalang
G Cadd9 D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
Dala ng ambon
G Cadd9      G Cadd9
Daan-daang larawan ang
   G Cadd9    D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
nagdaraan sa aking paningin
G Cadd9      G Cadd9
Daan-daang nakaraan
   G Cadd9    D - Dsus2 - D
ibinabalik ng simoy ng hangin

[Pre-Chorus]
Am        Em
Tatawa na lamang
Am          Em
O bakit hindi
C                       D
Ang aking damdamin pinaglalaruan ng
D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
baliw at ng

[Chorus]
 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
Ulan
Cadd9     D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
At sino’ng di mapapasayaw ng
 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
ulan
Cadd9         D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
At sino’ng di mababaliw sa ulan

[Piano Solo]
G D Em Bm C G A7 D
G D Em Bm C G A7 D

[Pre-Chorus]
Am        Em
Tatawa na lamang
Am          Em
O bakit hindi
C                       D
Ang aking damdamin pinaglalaruan ng
D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
baliw at ng

[Chorus]
 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
Ulan
Cadd9     D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
At sino’ng di mapapasayaw ng
 G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
ulan
Cadd9         D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
At sino’ng di mababaliw sa
G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
Ulan
Cadd9     D - Dsus2 - D - G/D
At sino’ng di aawit kapag
   G Cadd9 G Cadd9 G
Umulan
Cadd9         D
At sino’ng di mababaliw
 A Dsus2 A Dsus2 A
Ulan
Dsus2      E
At sino’ng di mapapasayaw
 A Dsus2 A Dsus2 A
Ulan
Dsus2         E
At sino’ng di mababaliw sa
 A Dsus2 A Dsus2 A Dsus2 E
Ulan   ulan    ulan
    A Dsus2 A Dsus2 A Dsus2
Sa ulan
E     Asus2
Ohhh



How to play "Ulan" by Rivermaya on guitar

Intro and Verse Strumming:
- Start with the G to Cadd9 progression.
- Strum these chords in a relaxed, flowing rhythm. Focus on
  smooth transitions between G and Cadd9.
- For the D - Dsus2 - D - G/D sequence, use a softer touch
  to create a gentle sound, emphasizing the change in texture.

Chord Transitions:
- Practice moving from G to Cadd9 smoothly, as these are the
  primary chords in the verses and intro.
- The D to Dsus2 transition should be quick and clean. Lightly
  lift your finger off the high E string to switch to Dsus2 and
  back, maintaining rhythm.

Pre-Chorus and Chorus:
- Transition to Am and Em for the pre-chorus. Strum these chords
  more assertively to build up to the chorus.
- In the chorus, continue with G to Cadd9. Here, increase your
  strumming intensity to match the energy of the lyrics about the
  rain (Ulan).
- Use a mix of down and up strums to bring out the dynamic feel
  of the song during these parts.

Common Mistakes:
- Not maintaining consistent rhythm during the D to Dsus2 changes.
- Rushing the transitions between G and Cadd9, which can disrupt
  the song's flow.

General Tips:
- Ensure your guitar is well-tuned to standard tuning to match the
  original track's pitch.
- Keep a relaxed wrist and arm to maintain stamina and prevent
  straining during longer strumming sections.
- Listen to the song to get a feel for the dynamics and how the
  guitar part supports the vocals.

Lyrics Meaning:
- "Ulan" metaphorically explores emotions and memories that resurface
  during rainy weather, symbolizing both nostalgia and melancholy.