Taylor Swift - Invisible Chords

Tuning: Standard Tuning

Chords:

   G Cadd9 Em7 D  Am   C  Em
e|-3---3---3---2---0---0---0-|
B|-3---3---3---3---1---1---0-|
G|-0---0---0---2---2---0---0-|
D|-0---2---2---0---2---2---2-|
A|-2---3---2---x---0---3---2-|
E|-3---x---0---x---x---x---0-|


G Cadd9 Em7 Cadd9 x2

G                           D
 She can't see the way your eyes,
      Am                  C
 Will light up when you smile
G                              D
 She’ll never notice how you stop and stare
     Am              C
 Whenever she walks by


C                             D
 And you can't see me wanting you the way you want her
C                          D
 But you are everything to me


                   G
And I just want to show you
               D
She don't even know you
                  Em7              D
She’s never gonna love you like I want to
                       G
And you just see right through me
                D
But if you only knew me
              C                      D
We could be a beautiful miracle unbelievable
                  G      C Em  C
Instead of just invisible, yeah


G                         D
 There's a fire inside of you
      Am                      C
 That can't help but shine through
G                              D
 But she’s never gonna see the light
    Am              C
 No matter what you do


C                         D
 And all I think about is how to make you think of me
C                             D
 And everything that we could be


                   G
And I just want to show you
               D
She don't even know you
                  Em7              D
She’s never gonna love you like I want to
                       G
And you just see right through me
                D
But if you only knew me
              C                      D
We could be a beautiful miracle unbelievable
                  Em     C
Instead of just invisible


     G                     D
Like shadows in the faded light
            Em     C
Oh, we’re invisible
G                      D
I just wanna open your eyes
             C
And make you realize


                   G
And I just want to show you
               D
She don't even know you
            Em7
Baby let me love you let me want you
                   G
You just see right through me
                D
But if you only knew me
              C                      D
We could be a beautiful miracle unbelievable
                  G      C  Em  C
Instead of just invisible, oh yeah


G                           D
 She can't see the way your eyes,
      Am                  C
 Will light up when you smile





How to play "Invisible" on guitar

Playing Style: This song is characterized by a gentle and expressive
strumming pattern, using a set of open chords that give a rich, resonant
sound. The song's heartfelt lyrics are supported by the emotive
progression of chords, making it essential to play with feeling.

Chords Used:
- G (G major)
- Cadd9 (C added ninth)
- Em7 (E minor seven)
- D (D major)
- Am (A minor)
- C (C major)
- Em (E minor)

Verse Progression:
- Begin the song with G to D transitioning into Am and C. This sets the
scene, describing an unrequited love observed.
- Strum each chord smoothly to match the lyrical flow of observation and
inner feeling.

Chorus:
- The chorus shifts the emotional gear. Start with G, moving to D, then
Em7 and back to D, expressing the longing and unseen love.
- Emphasize "She's never gonna love you like I want to" by a slight
increase in strumming intensity on Em7, highlighting the emotional peak.

Bridge:
- The bridge with C to D and back again should be played with a reflective
tone, thinking about the possibilities and what-ifs.
- The lyrics "And all I think about is how to make you think of me"
should resonate with a hopeful, yet somber strum.

Outro:
- Return to the chorus structure and finish with the verse pattern,
reiterating the opening lines to bring the song full circle and emphasize
the ongoing longing.

General Tips:
- Keep your strumming consistent but dynamically responsive to the
emotional cues of the lyrics. Use a mix of down and up strums to keep
the rhythm engaging.
- Pay attention to the transitions between Cadd9 and other chords, as
smooth movements will maintain the song's fluidity.
- Make sure to articulate the differences in chord textures, especially
the added sevenths and ninths that add to the emotional depth of the song.

Common Mistakes:
- Rushing through the chord changes can disrupt the song's emotional
impact. Take your time to let each chord resonate.
- Not adjusting strumming dynamics to the lyrical themes can lead to a
performance that feels flat and unexpressive.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Invisible" explores the pain and longing of loving someone from afar,
unnoticed. The lyrics poetically describe the protagonist's deep
affection and desire to be seen by the object of their affection,
contrasted against the indifference they feel in return. It's a narrative
of unrequited love and the silent hope for recognition and reciprocation.