WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Coney Island Chords | Ver. 1
[Intro]
G C D Em C
[Verse 1]
Bm
Break my soul in two looking for you
C
But you're right here
D
If I can't relate to you anymore
Em C
Then who am I related to?
Bm
And if this is the long haul
C
How'd we get here so soon?
D
Did I close my fist around something delicate?
Em C
Did I shatter you?
[Pre-Chorus]
Em C
And I'm sitting on a bench in Coney Island
G
Wondering where did my baby go?
Bm
The fast times, the bright lights, the merry go
C D
Sorry for not making you my centerfold
[Chorus]
Em
Over and over
C
Lost again with no surprises
G/B
Disappointments close your eyes
Bm C
And it gets colder and colder
D
When the sun goes down
Em C
[Verse 2]
Bm
The question pounds my head
C
What's a lifetime of achievement
D
If I pushed you to the edge?
Em C
But you were too polite to leave me
Bm
Do you miss the rogue
C
Who coaxed you into paradise and left you there?
D
Will you forgive my soul
Em C
When you're too wise to trust me and too old to care?
[Pre-Chorus]
Em C
'Cause we were like the mall before the internet
G
It was the one place to be
Bm
The mischief, the gift-wrapped suburban dreams
C D
Sorry for not winning you an arcade ring
[Chorus]
Em
Over and over
C
Lost again with no surprises
G/B
Disappointments close your eyes
Bm C
And it gets colder and colder
D
When the sun goes down
[Bridge]
Em C
Were you waiting at our old spot
In the tree line
G
By the gold clock
Did I leave you hanging every single day?
Bm C
Were you standing in the hallway
D
With a big cake, happy birthday
Did I paint your bluest skies the darkest grey?
Em
The universe waits
C
And when I got into the accident
G
The sight that flashed before me was your face
Bm D
But when I walked up to the podium I think that I forgot to say your name
[Pre-Chorus]
Em C
I'm on a bench in Coney Island
G
Wondering where did my baby go
Bm
The fast times, the bright lights, the merry go
C D
Sorry for not making you my centerfold
[Chorus]
Em
Over and over
C
Lost again with no surprises
G/B
Disappointments close your eyes
Bm C
And it gets colder and colder
D
When the sun goes down
[Outro]
Em C
When the sun goes down
G
The sight that flashed before me was your face
Bm C
When the sun goes down
D
But I think that I forgot to say your name
Em C
Over and over
G Bm
Sorry for not making you my, making you my
C D
Making you my centerfold
How to play "Coney Island" on guitar
Guitar Lesson for "Coney Island" by Taylor Swift:
This song is structured with a reflective and somber tone, utilizing
chords such as G, C, D, Em, and Bm. The progression and strumming
patterns create an emotional narrative fitting the introspective
lyrics.
Intro:
- Chords: G, C, D, Em, C
- Strum softly, allowing each chord to resonate, setting a
melancholic mood.
Verse:
- Start with Bm: "Break my soul in two looking for you"
Transition to C, then to D: "If I can't relate to you anymore"
End with Em and C: "Then who am I related to?"
Each chord should be played with a gentle strum, allowing the
narrative and emotional weight of the lyrics to come through
clearly.
Pre-Chorus:
- Begins with Em and moves to C, creating a reflective pause:
"And I'm sitting on a bench in Coney Island"
The chord progression leads to G then to Bm, adding to the
pensiveness before resolving on D.
Chorus:
- The chorus utilizes Em, C, then shifts to a poignant G/B,
followed by Bm and C: "Over and over, Lost again with no surprises"
Conclude with D, emphasizing the lyrical theme of recurring
disappointment.
Bridge:
- The bridge starts with Em and moves to C, then G and Bm, before
concluding on D. This section explores deeper emotional layers,
reflecting on past moments and missed opportunities.
Strumming here can be a bit more varied to match the intensifying
narrative.
General Tips:
- Focus on smooth transitions between chords, particularly in the
transitions from Em to C, which recur throughout the song.
- Maintain a consistent strumming pattern to keep the flow of the
music steady yet reflective of the lyrical content.
Common mistakes:
- Rushing through the strumming pattern, which can disrupt the
emotional impact of the song.
- Not allowing chords to resonate fully, especially in the intro
and bridge, where the emotional depth is crucial.
Tutorial and How to play:
- Practice the chord changes slowly at first to ensure accuracy,
then gradually increase your speed to match the song's tempo.
- Pay attention to the dynamics, playing softer in verses and
slightly louder in the chorus to mirror the emotional swings
in the lyrics.
About the lyrics:
"Coney Island" reflects on lost love and the introspection that
follows a deep emotional connection. The lyrics navigate through
memories and regrets, contemplating what was and what could have
been, using the metaphor of Coney Island to frame these reflections.