WWW.AZCHORDS.COM | Taylor Swift - Love To Lose Chords | Ver. 1
Capo on 1
Em G D A
Come on, gather round I’m gonna tell you how the fire went out
Em G D A
Sorry for the ending, I didn’t mean to let you down
Em G D A
We were supposed to be forever but it’s too bad you didn’t see
C D
That to me you were the perfect view of misery
G
I never talked about the tears I cried
G
All the sleepless nights or the endless fights
Em
I never talked about the days he called
Em
There was something wrong, it was all my fault
C D
I had it all, what a shame, what a fall now
Em D C
And in case you haven’t heard the news
Em D G
There wasn’t much love to lose
Em G D A
Let’s talk about that golden boy that I met on a winter night
Em G D A
How was I supposed to know that he was just as cold as ice
Em G D A
He smiled and I smiled for the cameras in your mind
C D
And I lied and swore that everything was fine
G
I never talked about the tears I cried
G
All the sleepless nights or the endless fights
Em
I never talked about the days he called
Em
There was something wrong, it was all my fault
C D
I had it all, what a shame, what a fall now
Em D C
And in case you haven’t heard the news
Em D G
There wasn’t much love to lose
Em D G C
I know you wanna talk around me
Em D G C
How I gave up on love so foolishly
Em D
But keep in mind...
G
I never talked about the tears I cried
G
All the sleepless nights or the endless fights
Em
I never talked about the days he called
Em
There was something wrong, it was all my fault
C D
I had it all, what a shame, what a fall now
Em D C
And in case you haven’t heard the news
Em D G
There wasn’t much love to lose
Em G D A
Come on, gather round I’m gonna tell you how the fire went out?
How to play "Love To Lose" on guitar
- Capo Placement: Place a capo on the 1st fret. This will raise the pitch of
your guitar by one half-step, allowing you to play with easier chord shapes
while matching the song's original key.
- Chord Progression: The primary chords used are Em, G, D, A, and C. This
progression is typical of many pop songs, providing a solid foundation for
the narrative of the lyrics.
- Intro & Verses: Start with the chord progression Em, G, D, A. Strum these
chords with a steady, even rhythm, emphasizing the storytelling in the lyrics.
Use a pattern like down-down-up-up-down-up to give texture.
- Chorus: The chorus uses the chords G, Em, C, and D. It’s important to play
this part with more intensity to highlight the emotional revelations of the
song. Maintain the strumming pattern but perhaps strum a bit harder to
emphasize the drama.
- Bridge: In the bridge, the progression switches slightly, emphasizing Em, D,
G, and C. This section provides a reflective pause in the song, so slightly
soften your strumming here to allow the lyrics to stand out.
- Common Mistakes:
- Not adjusting the strumming dynamics between the verses and the chorus, which
can cause the song to sound monotonous.
- Forgetting to place the capo on the 1st fret or placing it incorrectly, which
will result in the song sounding out of key.
- Rushing through the chord transitions, especially in the more emotional
sections of the song.
General Tips:
- Make sure your guitar is in tune after placing the capo to ensure all chords
sound correct.
- Practice transitioning smoothly between the chords, especially from G to Em and
C to D, to keep the rhythm flowing seamlessly.
- Listen to the original track to better understand the mood and pacing, helping
you match the dynamics of your playing to the song's feel.
Lyrics Meaning:
"Love To Lose" explores the theme of reflecting on a past relationship where
the emotional investment didn't quite match the outcome. The song navigates
through memories of unmet expectations and personal growth post-breakup,
emphasizing resilience and the realization that not much was lost because
the love wasn't deeply rooted.
