WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Delicate Chords | Ver. 1
[Intro]
G
This ain't for the best
A7sus4
My reputation's never been worse, so
Em7 Csus2
You must like me for me
G
We can't make
A7sus4
Any promises now, can we, babe?
Em7 Csus2
But you can make me a drink
[Verse 1]
G
Dive bar on the East Side, where you at?
A7sus4
Phone lights up my nightstand in the black
Em7 Csus2
Come here, you can meet me in the back
G
Dark jeans and your Nikes, look at you
A7sus4
Oh damn, never seen that color blue
Em7 Csus2
Just think of the fun things we could do
'Cause I like you
[Pre-Chorus]
G
This ain't for the best
A7sus4
My reputation's never been worse, so
Em7 Csus2
You must like me for me
G
Yeah, I want you
We can't make
A7sus4
Any promises now, can we, babe?
Em7 Csus2
But you can make me a drink
[Chorus]
G*
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4*
Is it chill that you're in my head?
Em7* Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate (Delicate)
G
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4
Is it too soon to do this yet?
Em7 Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate
G
Isn't it? Isn't it? Isn't it?
A7sus4
Isn't it?
Em7
Isn't it? Isn't it? Isn't it?
Csus2
Isn't it... delicate?
[Verse 2]
G
Third floor on the West Side, me and you
A7sus4
Handsome, you're a mansion with a view
Em7 Csus2
Do the girls back home touch you like I do?
G
Long night, with your hands up in my hair
A7sus4
Echoes of your footsteps on the stairs
Em7 Csus2
Stay here, honey, I don't wanna share
'Cause I like you
[Pre-Chorus]
G
This ain't for the best
A7sus4
My reputation's never been worse, so
Em7 Csus2
You must like me for me
G
Yeah, I want you...
We can't make
A7sus4
Any promises now, can we, babe?
Em7 Csus2
But you can make me a drink
[Chorus]
G*
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4*
Is it chill that you're in my head?
Em7* Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate (Delicate)
G
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4
Is it too soon to do this yet?
Em7 Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate
G
Isn't it? Isn't it? Isn't it?
A7sus4
Isn't it?
Em7
Isn't it? Isn't it? Isn't it?
Csus2
Isn't it... delicate?
[Bridge] (Palm muted)
Em7 Csus2
Sometimes I wonder when you sleep
A7sus4 Csus2
Are you ever dreaming of me?
Em7 Csus2
Sometimes when I look into your eyes
A7sus4 Csus2
I pretend you're mine, all the damn time
'Cause I like you
[Chorus]
G
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4
Is it chill that you're in my head?
Em7 Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate (Delicate)
G
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4
Is it too soon to do this yet?
Em7 Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate
G
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4
Is it chill that you're in my head?
Em7 Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate (Delicate)
G
Is it cool that I said all that?
A7sus4
Is it too soon to do this yet?
Em7 Csus2
'Cause I know that it's delicate
How to play "Delicate" on guitar
Guitar Lesson for "Delicate" by Taylor Swift:
This song uses an inviting chord progression of G, A7sus4, Em7, and Csus2,
creating a soft, atmospheric vibe that matches the introspective lyrics.
Intro:
- Start with G chord: "This ain't for the best"
Move to A7sus4: "My reputation's never been worse, so"
Transition to Em7 and Csus2: "You must like me for me"
Strum each chord gently to capture the delicate nature of the song.
Verse:
- Continue with the same chord progression: G, A7sus4, Em7, Csus2.
"Dive bar on the East Side, where you at?"
Use a light strumming pattern, keeping the tone soft and mellow,
allowing the storytelling aspect of the lyrics to stand out.
Chorus:
- Emphasize the dynamics here, starting with G* and moving through
A7sus4*, Em7*, Csus2: "Is it cool that I said all that?"
Strum more firmly to highlight the vulnerability and earnestness in
the chorus. The chord changes should flow smoothly to echo the
lyrical questioning.
Bridge:
- The bridge features palm-muted strumming for Em7 and Csus2,
creating a close, intimate sound.
"Sometimes I wonder when you sleep, Are you ever dreaming of me?"
This technique gives a conversational, whisper-like quality to the bridge,
enhancing the personal and introspective nature of the lyrics.
Outro:
- Repeat the chorus' chord progression, gradually softening your strumming
as the song winds down to maintain the delicate, ethereal atmosphere until
the end.
General Tips:
- Keep your strumming light and consistent to match the song's mood.
- Practice the transitions between the chords, especially the Csus2, which
might be less familiar to beginners.
- Pay attention to the emotional delivery, using dynamics to reflect the
subtleties in the lyrics.
Common mistakes:
- Overstrumming, which can overpower the vocals and the delicate nature of
the song.
- Not maintaining a consistent rhythm, which is crucial for keeping the
gentle flow of the music.
Tutorial and How to play:
- Familiarize yourself with the chord shapes first, practicing them slowly
and separately.
- Gradually integrate them into the song, starting with slow strumming
and building up to full speed while maintaining control over the dynamics.
About the lyrics:
"Delicate" delves into the complexities of a blossoming relationship under
the scrutiny of public attention. The lyrics capture the cautious yet hopeful
feelings of navigating a new romance, asking if the other person accepts
them amidst the chaos of public life.
