Taylor Swift - Invisible String Chords

[Verse 1]
G                          D
Green was the color of the grass
                 Em                D
Where I used to read at Centennial Park
G                  D                  Em
I used to think I would meet somebody there
G                           D
Teal was the color of your shirt
                   Em               D
When you were sixteen at the yogurt shop
G                    D              Em
You used to work at to make a little  money
 
 
[Chorus]
 D
Time, curious time
            Em
Gave me no compasses, gave me no signs
            D                 Em
Were there clues I didn't see?
 D                        Em
And isn't it just so pretty to think
                 D
All along there was some
        Em
Invisible string
               G D Em D
Tying you to me?
G     D
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
 
 
[Verse 2]
 G                       D
Bad was the blood of the song in the cab
         Em            D
On your first trip to LA
 G                     D             Em
You ate at my favorite spot for dinner
G                            D
Bold was the waitress on our three-year trip
        Em                D
Getting lunch down by the Lakes
G                         D               Em
She said I looked like an American singer
 
 
[Chorus]
 D
Time, mystical time
            Em
Cutting me open, then healing me fine
            D                     Em
Were there clues I didn't see?
D                     Em
And isn't it just so pretty to think
               D
All along there was some
        Em
Invisible string
                 G D Em D
Tying you to me?
 G     D     Em  D
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
 
 
[Bridge]
 D
A string that pulled me
 Am            G                     D
Out of all the wrong arms, right into that dive bar
Am                     G            D
Something wrapped all of my past mistakes in barbed wire
Am                  G
Chains around my demons
 D                  Am
Wool to brave the seasons
     G                 D
One single thread of gold
            G D Em
Tied me to you
 
 
[Verse 3]
G                         D
Cold was the steel of my axe to grind
          Em               D
For the boys who broke my heart
 G               D          Em
Now I send their babies presents
 G                         D
Gold was the color of the leaves
                   Em                D
When I showed you around Centennial Park
 G                       D               Em
Hell was the journey but it brought me heaven
 
 
[Chorus]
 D
Time, wondrous time
            Em
Gave me the blues and then purple-pink skies
          D
And it's cool
              Em
Baby, with me
 D                        Em
And isn't it just so pretty to think
                 D
All along there was some
        Em
Invisible string
              Am G D
Tying you to me?
 Am      G   D
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Am G D
Me
  Am     G   D
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh




How to play "Invisible String" on guitar

Playing Style: This song features a gentle and rhythmic strumming pattern
that complements its reflective and narrative lyrics. It uses basic chords
with a capo on the 2nd fret to match the original key, creating a soft,
melodic sound that resonates with the song's theme of serendipity and
connection.

Chords Used:
- G (G major)
- D (D major)
- Em (E minor)
- Am (A minor)

Verse and Chorus Progression:
- Start the verses with G to D, then Em to D. This four-chord pattern
provides a steady, flowing base for the storytelling in the lyrics.
- Strum each chord with a gentle rhythm, focusing on a down-up-down-up
pattern which helps to drive the narrative forward.

Chorus:
- The chorus introduces a slight variation, starting with D to Em, which
then transitions back to D and Em, emphasizing the lyrical motif of the
"Invisible string."
- This part should be played with a bit more emphasis on the strumming to
highlight the chorus's reflective and profound nature.

Bridge:
- The bridge features a shift to Am, G, and D, providing a change in tone
that reflects the deeper exploration of past relationships and life
decisions.
- This section should be strummed slightly more intensely to bring out the
emotional weight of the lyrics discussing life's ups and downs.

Outro:
- Continue with the Am, G, D progression, maintaining a reflective and
soft tone as the song concludes, reinforcing the theme of interconnectedness
and fate.

General Tips:
- Ensure smooth transitions between chords, particularly between G, D, and
Em, which are pivotal for maintaining the song's fluidity.
- Adjust your strumming dynamics to match the emotional intensity of the
verses, chorus, and bridge, enhancing the song's narrative.
- Practice the timing of your chord changes to align perfectly with the
lyrical delivery, ensuring that each chord supports the storytelling.

Common Mistakes:
- Overstrumming can overwhelm the gentle nature of the song. Keep your
strumming controlled and in sync with the vocal lines.
- Not placing enough emphasis on the lyrical themes through dynamics can
make the performance feel flat. Use dynamics to underscore the emotional
journey of the song.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Invisible String" explores the theme of fate and serendipity, suggesting
that unseen forces guide our relationships and life paths. It reflects on
the past experiences that, though seemingly random, are interconnected and
lead to significant moments and connections in life. The song poetically
narrates these connections, celebrating the beauty of life's unseen and
mysterious ties.