Taylor Swift - I Know Places Chords

Standard Tuning
Capo on the 5th fret


Chords:

Em:      x22000
C:       x32010
Am:      x02210
Bm:      x24432
G:       320003 or 320033
D:       xx0232


(To play without a capo replace the chords above by Am, F, Dm, Em, C and G)


 Intro:      Em    C    Am    Bm    x 2


 Verse:
Em                    C                   Am
 You stand with your hand on my waistline
                        Bm                      Em
 It's a scene and we're out here in plain sight
                   C                    Am
 I can hear them whisper as we pass by
                Bm
 It's a bad sign, bad sign
Em                      C                   Am
 Something happens when everybody finds out
                   Bm
 See the vultures circling , dark clouds
Em                         C
 Love's a fragile little flame
                  Am                   Bm
 It could burn out, it could burn out


 Pre-Chorus:
  Em                     C           Am   Bm
 They got the cages , they got the boxes

 And guns
  Em                     C           Am  (Bm)
 They are the hunters , we are the foxes

 And we run


 Chorus: 
  G D
 Baby  
Am                  C
 I know places we won't be found and
    G     D
 They'll be
  Am
 Chasing their tails
             C
 Trying to track us down
        G D Am       C            G  D  Am
 'Cause I-I-I know places we can hiiiiiiiide
          C
 I know places, I know places


 Verse:
Em      
 Lights flash 
            C                 Am
 And we'll run for the fences
                         Bm
 Let them say what they want, we can't hear it
Em                 C                      Am
 Loose lips sink ships all the damn time 
           Bm
 Not this time


 Pre-Chorus:
 Em                     C              Am   Bm
 Just grab my hand and don't ever drop it

 My love
  Em                     C            Am   (Bm)        
 They are the hunters , we are the foxes

 We run


 Chorus: 
  G D
 Baby  
Am                  C
 I know places we won't be found and
    G     D
 They'll be
  Am
 Chasing their tails
             C
 Trying to track us down
        G D Am       C            G  D  Am
 'Cause I-I-I know places we can hiiiiiiiide
          C
 I know places


 Bridge:
   G                    D             Am    C  
 They are the hunters , we are the foxes

 We run
  G                      D             Am   (C)
 Just grab my hand and don't ever drop it 

 My love


Chorus: 
  G D
 Baby  
Am                  C
 I know places we won't be found and
    G     D
 They'll be
  Am
 Chasing their tails
             C
 Trying to track us down
        G D Am       C            G  D  Am
 'Cause I-I-I know places we can hiiiiiiiide
          C
 I know places
G                  D                    Am             C
 They take their shots but we're bulletproof (I know places)
G              D            Am            C
 You know for me it's aways you (I know places)
G                D                     Am            C
 In the dead of night , your eyes so green (I know places)
G            D              Am           C
 I know for you It's always me (I know places)


 Outro:    Em    C    Am    Bm




How to play "I Know Places" by Taylor Swift on guitar

Playing Style: This song is structured to be played with a capo on the 5th fret to
fit the original pitch. The chords used are mostly open, which lends a rich and
resonant sound to the progression.

Chords and Placement: 
- Em: x22000
- C: x32010
- Am: x02210
- Bm: x24432
- G: 320003 or 320033
- D: xx0232

Intro and Verse Playing:
- Start with a light, consistent strumming pattern. For the verses, emphasize the 
  dynamics by playing softly during the narrative parts and increasing intensity
  as the emotion in the lyrics builds.

  Example Strumming Pattern:
  Down-Down-Up, Up-Down-Up

Pre-Chorus and Chorus Playing:
- Increase the intensity in the pre-chorus to build up to the chorus. Use a stronger,
  fuller strum to bring out the dramatic nature of the chorus.
  
  Chorus Chords Transition:
  - G to D: Strum firmly, transitioning smoothly to maintain the flow.
  - Am to C: Maintain finger positions close to streamline chord changes.

Bridge Section:
- The bridge can be played with the same strumming pattern but focus on the 
  emotional delivery. Allow the chords to resonate, filling the spaces between vocals.

General Tips:
- Tuning: Ensure your guitar is in standard tuning with the capo properly placed on
  the 5th fret.
- Practice: Work on transitioning between chords smoothly, especially the Bm, as it
  can be challenging for beginners.
- Listen: Play along with the track to better understand the tempo and feel of the 
  song.

Common Mistakes:
- Not placing the capo correctly can lead to off-pitch playing.
- Rushing through chord transitions without allowing each chord to fully resonate.
- Over-strumming in verses can drown the lyrics, so maintain a balanced dynamic.

Song Meaning:
"I Know Places" lyrically explores themes of privacy and refuge in love, set against
a backdrop of a media-prone environment. It portrays the narrative of escaping the
public eye and finding solace in hidden places.