Taylor Swift - Dorothea Chords

[Intro]
D A G A
 
 
[Verse 1]
D                     A                         G
Hey, Dorothea, do you ever stop and think about me?
A                    D
When we were younger down in the park
      A                     G     A
Honey, making a lark of the misery
    D                       A
You got shiny friends since you left town
  G                              A
A tiny screen's the only place I see you now
      D           A               G      A
And I got nothing but well-wishes for ya
 
 
[Pre-Chorus]
Em  Bm        D                       A
Ooh ooh, this place is the same as it ever was
Em  Bm  D                      A
Ooh ooh, but you don't like it that way
 
 
[Chorus]
     D                      A
It's never too late to come back to my side
    G                         A
The stars in your eyes shined brighter in Tupelo
    D                             A
And if you're ever tired of bеing known for who you know
    G                        A       Em  Bm    D  A
You know, you'll always know me, Dorothea (Uh-uh)
    Em Bm    D A
Dorothea (Ah-ah)
 
 
[Post-Chorus]
Em  Bm            D                             A
Ooh ooh, you'rе a queen sellin' dreams, sellin' makeup in magazines
Em  Bm  D                   A
Ooh ooh, from you I'd buy anything
 
 
[Verse 2]
D                     A                         G
Hey, Dorothea, do you ever stop and think about me?
A                   D                         A                         G              A
When it was calmer, skipping the prom just to p**s off your mom and her pageant schemes
    D                    A
And damn, Dorothea, they all wanna be ya
    G                              A
But are you still the same soul? I met under the bleachers, well...
 
 
[Pre-Chorus]
Em  Bm  D                  A
Ooh ooh, I guess I'll never know
Em  Bm  D                         A
Ooh ooh, and you'll go on with the show
 
 
[Chorus]
         Em                     Bm
But it's never too late to come back to my side
    D                         A
The stars in your eyes shined brighter in Tupelo
    Em                            Bm
And if you're ever tired of being known for who you know
    D                        A       D A      G A
You know, you'll always know me, Dorothea (Uh-uh)
    D A      G A
Dorothea (Ah-ah)
 
 
[Outro]
     Em      Bm
Ooh ooh, ooh ooh
    D                A
Ooh-woo-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
     Em      Bm
Ooh ooh, ooh ooh
    D                        A
Ooh-woo-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
    Em Bm    D   A
Dorothea (Ah-ah--ah)
   Em  Bm  D  A
Ah-ah
Em Bm D A
Ooh
(Fade)





How to play "Dorothea" by Taylor Swift on guitar

Intro and Verse Strumming Pattern:
- Use a simple down-up-down-up pattern throughout.
- Aim for a gentle touch to match the reflective mood of the song.

Chord Transitions:
- Transition smoothly between D, A, and G in the intro and verses.
  Ensure your fingers move efficiently to avoid lag between changes.

Chorus Approach:
- Intensify your strumming slightly in the chorus to lift the song's
  energy, while still using the down-up pattern.
- Pay attention to emotional delivery, especially on lines like
  "The stars in your eyes shined brighter in Tupelo."

Pre-Chorus and Post-Chorus Tips:
- Em and Bm chords introduce a slight melancholy touch. Let these
  chords ring a bit to emphasize their tone.
- Keep the rhythm steady and consistent.

Common Mistakes:
- Rushing through the chord transitions. Take your time to ensure
  each chord is clear and resonant.
- Not adjusting strumming dynamics between the verse and chorus.
  Dynamics help convey the song's emotional journey.

Solo Tips (not tabbed here but good practice):
- If improvising a solo, consider the scales of D major or A major
  pentatonic to stay in harmony with the song's mood.

Outro Handling:
- As the song fades, gradually decrease your strumming intensity.
- Let the final chords ring out, giving a reflective end to your
  performance.

Lyrics Overview:
"Dorothea" appears to reminisce about a friend from the past, reflecting
on simpler times and the changes that come with growing up and apart. The
song conveys nostalgia and a subtle hope for reconnection.