WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Dress Chords | Ver. 2
[Verse 1]
C G
Our secret moments in a crowded room
Dm F
They got no idea about me and you
C G
There is an indentation in the shape of you
Dm
Made your mark on me, a golden tattoo
[Pre-Chorus]
C G
All of this silence and patience, pining and anticipation
Dm F
My hands are shaking from holding back from you (ah, ah, ah)
C G
All of this silence and patience, pining and desperately waiting
Dm F C
My hands are shaking from all this (ah, ha, ha, ha)
[Chorus]
G Dm
Say my name and everything just stops
F C
I don't want you like a best friend
G Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
F G C
Take it off, o-o-off
G Dm
Carve your name into my bedpost
F C
'Cause I don't want you like a best friend
G F
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
F
Take it off, o-o-off
[Verse 2]
C G
Inescapable, I'm not even gonna try
Dm F G C
And if I get burned, at least we were electrified
G
I'm spilling wine in the bathtub
F
You kiss my face and we're both drunk
G
Everyone thinks that they know us
N.C.
But they know nothing about
[Pre-Chorus]
C G
All of this silence and patience, pining and anticipation
Dm F
My hands are shaking from holding back from you (ah, ah, ah)
C G
All of this silence and patience, pining and desperately waiting
Dm F C
My hands are shaking from all this (ah, ha, ha, ha)
[Chorus]
G Dm
Say my name and everything just stops
F C
I don't want you like a best friend
G Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
F G C
Take it off, o-o-off
G Dm
Carve your name into my bedpost
F C
'Cause I don't want you like a best friend
G Dm F G C G Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off
[Post-Chorus]
F C G Dm
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off
F
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
[Bridge]
C
Flashback when you met me
G
Your buzzcut and my hair bleached
Dm F G
Even in my worst times, you could see the best of me
C
Flashback to my mistakes
G
My rebounds, my earthquakes
Dm F
Even in my worst light, you saw the truth in me
C
And I woke up just in time
G Dm
Now I wake up by your side
F G
My one and only, my lifeline
C
I woke up just in time
G
Now I wake up by your side
F
My hands shake, I can't explain this
C
Aha, ha, ha, ha
[Chorus]
G N.C.
Say my name and everything just stops
F C
I don't want you like a best friend
G F G
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off
C
(Ha, ha, ha)
G Dm
Carve your name into my bedpost
F C
'Cause I don't want you like a best friend
G F G
Only bought this dress so you could take it off, take it off
C
(Ha, ha ha)
[Outro]
G
There is an indentation
Dm
In the shape of you
F C
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
G Dm
You made your mark on me, golden tattoo
F C
Only bought this dress so you could take it off
How to play "Dress" by Taylor Swift on guitar
Verse and Chorus Strumming Pattern:
- The strumming pattern should be consistently rhythmic with
a mix of down and up strums to emphasize the beats.
- Strum primarily on the downbeat but add light upstrokes for
texture, especially on the F and G chords to bring out their
brightness.
Chord Transitions:
- Practice transitioning smoothly between C, G, Dm, and F.
These transitions are quick, so finger placement efficiency
is crucial to maintain the song's fluidity.
Bridge Dynamics:
- The bridge features a storytelling style; soften your
strumming to allow the lyrics to stand out, especially on
emotional lines like "Even in my worst times, you could see
the best of me."
Common Mistakes:
- Overpowering the song with too heavy strumming. This song
requires a balance to match its intimate and vulnerable tone.
- Not paying attention to the lyrical delivery. The emotions in
the lyrics should guide the intensity of your playing.
Post-Chorus and Outro:
- As you approach the post-chorus and outro, allow the chords
to resonate more, giving a sense of closure and reflection to
the song's narrative.
General Tips:
- Ensure your guitar is well-tuned to standard tuning to match
the recording.
- Practice the chord shapes beforehand, especially the F chord,
which can be challenging for beginners due to its barre
requirement.
Lyrics Overview:
"Dress" is a deeply personal and introspective song, reflecting
on a relationship that is both intense and private. The recurring
theme of wearing the dress, which symbolizes vulnerability and
intimacy, plays a central role in expressing the song's emotional
depth.