WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Cowboy Like Me Chords | Ver. 1
[Verse 1]
Dm G C
And the tennis court was covered up
F
With some tent-like thing
Dm G
And you asked me to dance
C F
But I said, "dancing is a dangerous game"
Dm G
Oh, I thought
C F
This is gonna be one of those things
Dm G
Now I know
C F
I'm never gonna love again
[Chorus]
F C F G F
I've got some tricks up my sleeve
C F G
Takes one to know one
Dm G
You're a cowboy like me
[Verse 2]
C
Never wanted love
F
Just a fancy car
Dm G
Now I'm waiting by the phone
C F
Like I'm sitting in an airport bar
[Chorus]
F C F G F
You had some tricks up your sleeve
C F G
Takes one to know one
C
You're a cowboy like me
[Refrain]
F
Perched in the dark
G C
Telling all the rich folks anything they wanna hear
C
Like it could be love
F
I could be the way forward
G
Only if they pay for it
C
You're a bandit like me
F
Eyes full of stars
G
Hustling for the good life
C
Never thought I'd meet you here
C
It could be love
F
We could be the way forward
G C
And I know I'll pay for it
[Instrumental Break]
Dm G C F
Ohhh ohhh Ohhhh ohhhh
Dm G C F
Ohhh ohhh Ohhhh ohhhh
F C F G F C F G
[Refrain]
C
You're a cowboy like me
F
Perched in the dark
G C
Telling all the rich folks anything they wanna hear
C
Like it could be love
F
I could be the way forward
G
Only if they pay for it
C
You're a bandit like me
F
Eyes full of stars
G
Hustling for the good life
C
Never thought I'd meet you here
C
It could be love
F
We could be the way forward
G C
And I know I'll pay for it
[Bridge]
Am Em G
And the skeletons in both our closets
D Am
Plotted hard to f**k this up
Em
And the old men that I've swindled
G D Am
Really did believe I was the one
Em G
And the ladies lunching have their stories about
D Am
When you passed through town
Em G D
But that was all before I locked it down
[Verse 3]
Dm G
Now you hang from my lips
C F
Like the Gardens of Babylon
Dm G
With your boots beneath my bed
C F
Forever is the sweetest con
[Chorus]
F C F G F
I've got some tricks up my sleeve
C F G
Takes one to know one
[Outro]
C F
You're a cowboy like me
G C
And I'm never gonna love again
C F
.....
G
I'm never gonna love again
C G C C F
Ohhhh ooooh ohhhhhhh
G C
I'm never gonna love again
[Instrumental Outro]
C F G C
How to play "Cowboy Like Me" on guitar
Guitar Lesson for "Cowboy Like Me" by Taylor Swift:
This song uses a blend of folk and country styles, featuring chords
like Dm, G, C, and F. The narrative is emphasized through the chord
progressions and melodic strumming.
Verse:
- Begin with Dm: "And the tennis court was covered up"
Move to G, then to C, and resolve on F: "With some tent-like thing"
Strum gently to match the reflective and narrative tone of the
lyrics, allowing each chord to resonate clearly.
Chorus:
- Chorus starts on F, shifts to C, then to G: "I've got some tricks up
my sleeve"
Repeat the progression and emphasize "You're a cowboy like me"
Use a steady strumming pattern to build the song's thematic tension.
Refrain:
- Start with F, transition through G to C: "Perched in the dark,
telling all the rich folks anything they wanna hear"
The refrain should be played with a bit more intensity to highlight
the song's climax.
Bridge:
- The bridge uses Am, Em, G, and D: "And the skeletons in both our
closets plotted hard to f**k this up"
Play with a slight increase in dynamics to reflect the emotional
revelations of the lyrics.
General Tips:
- Maintain a balance between strumming and fingerpicking to enhance
the storytelling aspect of the song.
- Focus on clean transitions between chords, particularly in the
bridge where the progression changes more rapidly.
Common mistakes:
- Overlooking the dynamics between verses, chorus, and bridge,
which are crucial for conveying the narrative effectively.
- Missing the subtle changes in strumming patterns which can alter
the song's emotional impact.
Tutorial and How to play:
- Practice the chord transitions slowly to ensure clarity and
accuracy, especially in the more complex bridge section.
- Experiment with different strumming patterns to find the one that
best suits your vocal style and interpretation of the song.
About the lyrics:
"Cowboy Like Me" delves into themes of deceit and connection within
the backdrop of a cowboy-like lifestyle, illustrating complex
relationships and personal reflections. The song tells a story of
characters who are surprised by their own capacity for connection
and sincerity amidst their deceptive ways.